Understandably so, we're all a little worried about our overall health during social distancing. Especially because gyms are closed, many parks are closed, grocery stores just don't seem overly safe...the list of changes can go on and on. One of the biggest changes has taken place right in our …
Not Your Average “Eat Healthy” Lecture
March is National Nutrition Month! Don't worry--I'm not here to lecture you. We all know we're supposed to eat healthy, but it honestly gets hard. There are so many quicker, more convenient options (and let's not forget about those evil cravings). So instead of a lecture, I think it'd be better if I …
The Mocktail Movement
Mocktails have become increasingly popular over the past year. I've always heard about them but never understood what the point of them was. After looking further into this trend, I'm starting to understand why mocktails are so popular. A mocktail is a non-alcoholic drink that is designed to …
Snacks for Sleeping
I’ll do just about anything to ensure I get a good night’s sleep. I’ve tried everything from eliminating coffee completely in the afternoon, to different drinks and supplements that supposedly help you sleep better. I avoid eating dinner too close to bed time because I know it can cause trouble with …
Forgetting Your Lunch…
Most days I have no problem packing a lunch, but seriously, other days, I'm dragging--hard. All I can think about in the morning is coffee. Sometimes I'm running so late, lunch is completely forgotten. This happens to everyone, so there's no need to stress when you forget your lunch at home. …
A Secretly Satisfying Snack
What snack has whole grains, is low in calories and fat, is sugar free, free of additives and GMOs, AND tastes delicious? The answer might be more obvious than you think: popcorn! Simple yet strangely satisfying, popcorn is well, popping up everywhere! You can find tons of different varieties of …
The Super in Superfoods: Mesonutrients
Most people have heard of micro- and macro- nutrients, but what on earth are mesonutrients? Most foodies seem to look past this subsection of nutrition that focuses on the active compounds within superfoods. These powerful nutrients go hand-in-hand with the saying “What we see is only a fractional …
Feeling Anxious? Rethink Your Nutrition
The National Institute of Health states that anxiety disorders are the most common illness in the US, affecting nearly 18% of the population. While there are various therapy and medication options, most people who suffer from anxiety don’t realize how their overall nutrition may be affecting their …