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 …
Salads for Spring
I don’t know about you, but my eating patterns seem to change with the seasons. In the winter I like to fill up on hearty comfort foods to cope with the cold weather, but when spring rolls around, I enjoy lighter meals with fresh fruits and veggies, and it’s always a bonus if they’re colorful! One …
How To Make The Perfect Smoothie (That Will Keep You Full!)
Have you ever made yourself a delicious, seemingly healthy smoothie for breakfast only to feel hungry again an hour later? Yep, us too. While your body loves a good dose of the fiber you get from produce, only adding produce (especially fruit) in a smoothie can cause your blood sugar to spike and …
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OMG for Omegas!
The typical modern Western Diet has caused a distorted ratio of Omega-3 to Omega-6 intake. Majority of people are consuming Omega-6 fatty acids and don’t even know it. Omega-3 intake however has been reported to be the lowest it has ever been. Both Omega-3 and Omega 6 are essential fatty acids, …
Why You Shouldn’t Exercise on an Empty Stomach
Will You Burn More Fat if you Fast? There is a general idea that if you fast before you work out, you’ll burn more fat. The short answer is no, you won’t burn any more fat if you decide to exercise on an empty stomach. While it would be great to unlock the key to fast and easy weight loss, this is …
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 …
Easy to Digest Fruits and Vegetables
Do you struggle with digestive issues? Or do some foods just not agree with your stomach? The phenomenon of gastrointestinal problems occurs in almost everyone. While at-home remedies such as consuming ginger and dandelion root are well known and practiced, you can make a difference in digestive …
What To Eat Before And After Workouts
Does anyone really know what we should eat before and after a workout? The topic is confusing because every individual is different, but there are a few things you could add to your diet before and after a workout to refuel your body for the best outcomes. There are a few tips on how and what you …