Nutrition

Your gut does more than just digest food—it plays a crucial role in your overall health and well-being. From supporting your immune system to communicating with your brain, your gut is at the center of many essential bodily functions. With the growing recognition of...

Maintaining a healthy eating routine at work is essential for sustaining energy levels, enhancing productivity, and supporting overall well-being. Snacking mindfully during the workday not only keeps hunger at bay but also provides essential nutrients. In this...

Step into the intriguing universe of micronutrients! Although these nutritional powerhouses are tiny, their impact on our health is immense. Micronutrients are the unsung heroes of nutrition, sometimes overlooked but absolutely essential for our bodies to function...

Nutrition labels can be extremely difficult to understand. Discover how to read nutrition labels and why they are important.  Why are nutrition labels important? Let’s face it, reading nutrition labels is HARD and can be very confusing and frustrating. Food labels can...

Alcohol has been a part of human social behavior for centuries. From ancient civilizations to modern times. For some, it is a way to unwind after a long day. For others, it is used to celebrate a special occasion. But what exactly are the health effects of alcohol...

Going to the grocery store has become a financial burden for so many of us now a days. In fact, food prices have increased by an alarming estimated 9.9% in the last 2 years. The question of buying organicvs non-organic produce has become more relevant now, more than...

Coffee is a staple in most people’s lives, including mine! Did you know that Americans drink three cups of coffee a day on average? That equates to 400 million cups per day! The fact that I used to be a Starbucks Store Manager tells you that I, for sure, have had more...

We are well into winter at this point, and while it's almost over, the days are still shorter, the weather is colder, and we are trying to shake those stubborn winter blues. If you’ve found yourself feeling low this season, there's one nutrient that may be to blame:...

We've been told for years that fat is the enemy, to minimize it at all costs, and that if we want to be healthy or lose weight, we need to eat less fat. But what if I were to tell you that fat is actually your friend? That fat is not only good for you but essential...

Fall is the perfect time of year to give your gallbladder and liver a little extra love. Our livers work hard all winter long, processing all of the rich foods and beverages that we consume to keep us warm and cozy. As a result, our livers can become bogged down and...

If you're like most that live in the U.S., you are probably not getting enough fiber in your diet. The average American only consumes about 15 grams of fiber per day, but the recommended amount is roughly 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. So how can you...