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 …
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 …
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 …
Intermittent Fasting – Is It A Healthy Choice For You?
Intermittent fasting (IF) has been a big topic in health and wellness for a while now, but there are some things to consider before trying it yourself! First off - what is it? IF is an eating pattern based on extending your normal fasting time (time between your last meal and first meal the next …
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Intuitive Eating 101
We've all heard the term "follow your intuition". Growing up, my mom used to always tell me to trust my gut. If something doesn't feel right, it probably isn't. Maybe you've been told something similar. But did you know that your intuition can also guide your eating habits? Story time: I used to …
Eat Clean, But Make It “Dirty”
Even though I'm not a nutrition student or expert, I am still a total nutrition nerd. One of my favorite nutrition books that I always go back and re-read offers a sentiment that always stuck with me: Dirty up your clean food. The meaning of this is to strive to eat clean most of the time but don't …
Four Ways to Combat Weight Gain Over the Holidays
With Christmas only days away, the aroma of chocolate and peppermint is taking over coffee shops and filling grocery aisles, and everywhere we look are images and advertisements for candies and festive sweets. The last month has no doubt been endless holiday parties, and family get-togethers. And …