You’re having a great week; you’ve been making your own healthy lunches, you’ve been hitting the gym, getting the right amount of sleep, and then... a friend asks you to go out to eat. You’re sitting at a restaurant staring at a huge menu and you have no idea what to get. You still want to continue …
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 …
The Scary Truth About Sugar
First, let me preface this article by admitting that I have quite the sweet tooth. There are some people who claim to not like sweets and while I wish that was me, its just not. I love sweet creamer in my coffee, and the occasional donut, pastry, or candy. However, after watching "Sugar: The Bitter …
A Not-So-Merry Christmas Truth
Man, I love Christmas. The lights, the cheer, the decorations...the dessert. Our favorite seasonal desserts are so much more than sugar - they are part of the Halloween tradition, they often bring us nostalgia, and, you know, they're delicious. We at GUADS are always advocates of balance, …
A Healthy Thanksgiving Dessert Recipe
Thanksgiving is a time for delectable desserts, and there's no need to compromise taste for health! In the spirit of giving thanks for all things sweet, we present a healthy and delicious dessert that will make your Thanksgiving feast complete: Warm Baked Apples with Cinnamon-Oat Crumble! This …
The Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte
Tis' the season for everything PSL! At this point, pumpkin spice lattes are a beloved seasonal treat, however for our wallets and for our health... not so much. Why not make your favorite pumpkin spice latte right at home?? Not only does it save you money (around $6!!), but you can choose to make it …
Toast Alternatives
Toast is a great breakfast food. But did you know there are countless ways to make it unique and delicious? Here are a few of my personal favorites! And don’t forget to use whole grain or multigrain bread to make it even healthier for your body! Avocado Avocado toast is one of my go-to's. I …
Healthy Halloween Treats!
It’s easy to get spooked from eating too much candy and sweets while celebrating Halloween. Are you looking for festive Halloween snacks that aren’t full of sugar? Here are some quick, easy, and healthy alternatives for fun Halloween treats! Banana Ghosts Start by lining your baking sheet …