Insulin is such an important hormone because it regulates our blood sugar. Basically, after eating something, the amount of sugar in our bloodstream increases. Insulin instructs the cells to absorb the sugar from our blood. It is released from the pancreas and has other “jobs” to do, especially …
Intermittent Fasting: The Good, The Bad, and The Biology
You may have read my article a few months back on Intermittent Fasting (IF), and whether or not it might be good for you to try. For the past couple years, IF has been a major health trend; as a refresher or for those that don't know, IF is a more regimented way of eating in which one increases the …
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The Best Soup EVER
This is my GO-TO recipe and honestly I never get tired of it. It is perfect for chilly days in autumn or winter (...or Spring...I'm obsessed), and it's full of veggies and protein so it keeps you feeling full and your gut nourished! Give it a try this week, I promise you won't regret it! Butternut …
The Gift Of Fungi
I personally LOVE all mushrooms, but I know they can be an acquired (or not) taste! However, adding mushrooms to dishes is a fun way to add diverse flavor and nutrients. Mushrooms are a rich, low-calorie source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants, and the consumption of mushrooms has been linked to …
Portion Size vs. Serving Size
Do you know the difference between “portion size” and “serving size? Is there even a difference? Most people cannot distinguish between these two serving recommendations. A survey of 1,000 adults found that : Nine in 10 Americans say they have at least some understanding of serving size and …
Baby Steps Towards Nutritional Success
Changing your eating habits can be a really difficult thing. Why? Well, they're habits--they're hard to break and hard to start. However, not impossible. Taking baby steps, or setting small goals towards an overall eating habit can be a great way to reach nutritional success! It's important that …
Healthy Mocktails For Dry January
We've all heard of dry January, right? After the holidays, many people take the month off of drinking to reset and cleanse. Whether you are practicing that, or you just want a tasty drink without "drinking", these mocktails are delicious and much better for your body than their alcoholic …
New Year, New Way Of Eating
Today is the first day of 2023 - how do you feel? Motivated? Overwhelmed? Still groggy from last night? Many people make New Year's resolutions revolving around diet, however they are frequently vague - like "eat better" or "drink more water". While those are wonderful resolutions to have, it can be …