For many, the effects of diet culture don’t leave us unphased- myself included. One of the things that impacted my perception of food the most was the idea that eating breakfast would lead to weight gain- that it was an unnecessary use of calories. This mentality spread far and wide with …
Understanding Hormones: Insulin And Weight Loss
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 …
5 Foods To Boost Your Brain Health
Looking to boost your brain health? Well, keep reading to learn about 5 foods that can help boost your brain health and are easy to implement into your diet! It’s never a bad idea to be more proactive towards your health, whether you are 20 years old or 50 years old. That being said, while limiting …
Weekends Made For Wellness
Have you ever had a great week where you’re making healthy choices about every day? You’re eating well, cooking your own meals, getting to the gym, and then…the weekend rolls around. Ah yes, how I have a love/hate relationship with weekends. It’s easy to think of the weekend as time to enjoy …
Affordable Ways To Maintain A Healthy Diet
In an age where processed foods and fast-food chains dominate the culinary landscape, the quest for affordable and nutritious meals can often seem daunting. However, with a bit of creativity and strategic planning, it's entirely possible to eat well without breaking the bank. Here are some tips for …
Late Night Eating
Sometimes it’s hard to resist having a late night snack right before bed. Maybe you ate dinner hours ago and are craving something salty or sweet, and just have to have a little something before you go to sleep. However, doing so can have some negative effects on your body such as weight gain or …
Quick No cook Meals for those Hot Summer Days!
With the temperature rising, the thought of turning on a hot stove sounds farther than ideal. These no-cook meals are the summer lifesaver. These take almost no time and zero fuss while being packed with nutrients and great taste! Perfect for busy work days or even dinners in a pinch after a day at …
The AI-Powered Approach to Personalized Meal Plans
The use of AI by the general public has become popular since the release of ChatGPT in November 2022. It has a negative reputation but can be genuinely useful in our everyday lives. The difficulties of healthy meal planning include the time it takes and how boring healthy meals can be. …