Why do we need protein? In simple terms, protein tells our muscles to grow while also serving as the building blocks for muscle growth. We need to eat these amino acids (building blocks of protein) since our body can’t make them all on its own. Ultimately, protein is the key to growing …
New Year, New Way Of Eating
Today is the first day of 2023 - how do you feel? Motivated? Overwhelmed? Still groggy from last night? Many people make New Year's resolutions revolving around diet, however they are frequently vague - like "eat better" or "drink more water". While those are wonderful resolutions to have, it can be …
Ringing in the New Year with Better Food Choices
As we prepare for the New Year, most of us are left deciding if we even want to take part in resolutions this year. I get it. Making resolutions is hard (and a little frustrating) because most of the time we can't stick to them for more than a month. Well, let's change that this year. Let's all ring …
Let’s Get Alkaline!
What Is Alkaline And What Does It Mean To Keep My Body Alkaline? Depending on your diet, your body can either become more acidic or more alkaline. Most Americans consume a diet that includes almost twice the amount of acid per day that the body can handle. When this occurs the mineral compounds …
Understanding Hormones: Motilin
Another hormone in the "Understanding Hormones" series that can impact weight loss is Motilin. This hormone functions by triggering contractions in the small intestine during digestion to move it to the large intestine. It also plays a role in our bodies hunger cues and insulin release. So how does …
4th of July Grilling Inspiration!
Tomorrow is the 4th of July! One of my (many) favorite things about this season is grilling healthy foods. Nothing says summer to me like eating on my deck on a perfect summer night, and the best food to eat outside is anything grilled! This can be anything from turkey burgers to steak to corn to …
The Why and How of Collagen Peptides
I get asked all the time from some of my family members, friends, and coworkers for tips on eating healthier, as well as ways to live a healthier life in general. Those who know me, know that I love cooking and creating my own new recipes. However, a lot of times, sometimes making something …
A Quick, Plant-Based Meal For Busy Nights!
I won't speak for you but when I get home from a long day or I'm strapped for time and I haven't prepped meals, my diet suffers in a BIG way (insert the laziest meal you've ever made and I guarantee I've made some iteration at some point in my life.) If you find yourself in a similar predicament, …