Supplements: to Take or Not to Take?
Supplements have long been a consumer favorite to improve health…but are they really all they’re cracked up to be?
That’s Nuts! National Pistachio Day (& Reasons to Include Them In Your Diet)
Happy National Pistachio Day! This article delves into the facts on pistachios and why/how they are a healthful addition to any diet.
If You “Carrot” All You’ll Focus on Getting In Your Vegetables
It’s no surprise vegetables are healthy…but what ACTUALLY makes them good for you and why should you be eating them every single day?
“No Pain, No Gain?” - An Explanation of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness and How to (Possibly) Avoid It
We’ve all been there- you get in a really good workout and you feel great right after but you think to yourself, “I’m definitely going to feel that later…” and a couple of days later BOY do you feel it. This post describes delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), a possible explanation for why it happens and how to possibly prevent it.
Sourdough and its Potential Health Benefits
Are you sweet or sour about sourdough bread? Let’s review its potential health benefits and where they come from.
Becoming a “Pro” in Probiotics - What They Are & Why You Should Eat Them
Are you a “pro” in probiotics? No? Well you’re about to be!
Mixing Up Your Workout Routine to Maximize Your Health
When was the last time you changed up your workout routine? Now may be the time to reflect and consider making some changes!
Starting the New Year with SMART Goals
New Year, new me? NO! New Year, new lifestyle habits! If you can establish lifestyle habits now you can carry them into EVERY new year. But how? By establishing SMART goals instead of regular old resolutions.
The Health Benefits of Food Journaling
Food journaling can be a useful tool in the pursuit of well-being.
Keeping an Eye Out for Added Sugars
Sugar, sugar, everywhere! In this read, I discuss how processed foods often contain added ingredients such as sugar and what products may be a concern if you’re trying to be mindful of your added sugar intake.
3 Tips on How to Boost Your Immune System this Season
Cold and flu season is here and that means the season of taking Vitamin C and zinc to try to help your immune system along…but what if there was another way? Here’s some tips on how to improve your immune system without supplementation during this season of illness!
3 Tips on How to Approach Thanksgiving the Healthy Way
Thanksgiving is almost upon us! And I’ve whipped up some tips for how to approach Thanksgiving in a healthy way.
The Benefits of a Meatless Meal
Monday is here! And in my household, at least once a month we observe a “Meatless Monday”.
Eating meatless at least once a week comes with benefits for your health, your wallet, and the planet!
3 Tips on How to Have a Safe, Mindful Halloween
Halloween is here and that means candy, candy, candy! But before the kiddos (and us adults) go giving ourselves belly aches by plowing through our candies, check out these tips to approach Halloween with a healthy, mindful manner.
The Differences Between Product Dating on Foods and Expiration Dates
Did you know there’s a difference between “Best-By” dating and an expiration date? Knowing the difference can save your wallet and the planet from food waste!
5 Reasons Why You Should Be Scheduling Your Workouts
Do you struggle to find time for exercise? It might be an issue of simply setting aside/scheduling. This week, try to set aside the time for exercising. Physically add your workouts to your schedule. You may find that it is easier to work it in when you have planned out for the week ahead.
Being Mindful of Added Sugars
Added sugars are everywhere! Here’s some info on how to find them in products and some tips to help keep added sugars low in your diet.
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Weight Lifting
Weight lifting is a form of exercise which has numerous health benefits…here are 3 reasons to consider adding weight lifting into your exercise routine!
Super Simple Roasted Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a versatile and delicious vegetable which offers many vitamins and minerals. It can be prepared in a variety of ways including roasting like in this recipe post.
What Are Prebiotics and Why You Should Be Making an Effort to Eat Them
We have likely all heard of probiotics by this point, but what about prebiotics? What do they do and what are good sources?