Do you absolutely hate the taste of water? You are not alone; for many people, staying hydrated is difficult for this exact reason. And dehydration is no joke. It can happen quickly and result in fatigue, loss of concentration, dizziness, confusion, and of course – less frequent urination. We lose…
These days, there are so many nutrition philosophies out there it’s hard to keep up. And because nutrition science is still so new, the effectiveness of one over the other can be difficult to nail down. In truth, nutrition is only one facet to a long, healthy life, and human…
In the world of nutrition research, we are still trying to figure out how nutrients are absorbed from our foods and how to get the most out of every meal for long-term health and longevity. What we have learned is, in many instances nutrients are better absorbed – or, more…
Making a salad at home is a simple, quick way to get your veggie intake for the day. Greens and other fresh-cut vegetables contain a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants: fiber, potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamins A, C, and K, and all your B vitamins just to name a few….
The mature adult in you knows it’s best to eat a variety of vegetables to maintain your youthful glow and kid-like energy. But, let’s get real. Sometimes the thought of a plain old carrot stick or a plate of broccoli makes you want to, well… WAAH, you just don’t wanna!…
Let’s face it: setbacks happen. If you have a sweet tooth like I do, stress = chocolate, which can give you relief in the moment but can leave you with a serious case of chocolate guilt. Why are we prone to think that way? Chocolate gets a bad rep due…
In some circles, a great debate is brewing. Which is best in the morning; coffee, matcha or yerba mate? Studies suggest there might not be much of an argument here, since these three drinks have similar benefits.
When it comes to heart health and a long happy life, nutrition is only one component of many – but it’s an important one. The Mediterranean diet has long been held in the highest esteem as a pinnacle of healthy eating habits. And for once, there is a large amount…
For the past few years, I’ve heard a ton of “S” words thrown around town. In particular, “superfood” and “spirulina” were at the top of my unknown, but interested list. If we were on a dating app, I’d swipe right for the content, but maybe not for the aroma (have…
You sip protein shakes in the morning. Eat a burger without fixings for lunch. You snack on turkey jerky and finish the day with a three meat salad with hard boiled eggs for dinner. You believe in the power of protein. Or maybe you don’t and are wondering if you…