Inflammation is the body’s natural response to outside threats such as stress, infection or toxic chemicals. Over time however, immune cells may start to overreact and inflammation may work against us rather than with us. Too much inflammation can harm the gut, joints, heart, lungs, gums and skin. …
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 …
How To Get Probiotics Without Supplements
More and more we as a society are realizing just how important gut health is to our overall wellbeing. The gut truly is the "second brain" - it affects digestive health, skin health, mental health, and more. Adding probiotic-rich foods into your daily diet is the best and most natural way to get …
Fight Hormone Imbalance With Seed Cycling
Sorry guys, this post is for the ladies! (But feel free to read on!) Males and Females have plenty of differences, but a major one that isn't necessarily taught to us in adolescence is hormone cycles. Males have a 24 hour hormone cycle, meaning hormone levels will fluctuate throughout a given day. …
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 …
Ho Ho Holiday Smoothie!
This was actually a bit of an experiment, but it turned out AMAZING so I had to share! If you want the taste of Christmas cheer in your mouth but still want a quick and nutritious meal, look no further than this recipe! Ho Ho Holiday Smoothie Recipe One banana 1 cup spinach 1 cup …
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 …
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 …