Category: Nutrition

Nutrition

Paleo Diet 101

On July 17, 2017 by

  You may have heard of the “paleo” diet. It was the world’s most popular diet in 2013.   But what is it? Is it a fad? Is it right for you?   Scientist and “Paleo Mom” Sarah Ballentyne, Ph.D. defines it as:   “The Paleo diet is a nutrient-dense whole foods diet based on Read More

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The Coconut Oil Craze – Should I Jump on the Bandwagon Too?

On June 5, 2017 by

  Yes you should (end of post).   But what exactly is it about coconut oil that makes it so healthy? And which type is best?   Let’s dive into some of the fascinating research and find out.   Coconut oil is a special kind of fat   Coconut oil is fat and contains the Read More

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The Truth Behind Artificial Sweeteners

On May 29, 2017 by

  You probably know the negative health effects of eating too much sugar, especially “added sugars” like in soda pop, candy, baked goods, and many commercially-available cereals, just to name a few.  Added sugar is hiding just about everywhere in the grocery store.   Yes, ingesting refined sugar spikes your blood sugar and insulin, and Read More

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Raw vs. Cooked – Which Contains More Vitamins and Minerals?

On May 22, 2017 by

  Let’s finally put an end to the debate of raw vs. cooked.   Of course, in the grand scheme of a well-balanced, nutrient-dense, varied, whole foods diet, the cooked vs. raw debate isn’t that critical for most people.   Where this can become a consideration is for vitamin and mineral deficiencies (or “insufficiencies”). These Read More

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Five Weight-Loss Friendly Snacks You Will Love

On May 8, 2017 by

  The words “weight-loss” and “snacks” often appear in the same sentence.   But that might also bring thoughts of “tasteless,” “cardboard,” and “completely unsatisfying.”   Right?   Let me give you my best weight-loss friendly snacks that aren’t just nutritious but also delicious!   What’s my criteria you ask?   They have to be Read More

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Can My Symptoms Actually Be a Food Intolerance?

On May 1, 2017 by

  Food intolerances or “sensitivities” can affect you in so many ways.   And they’re a lot more common than most people think.   I’m not talking about anaphylaxis or immediate allergic reactions that involve an immune response. Those can be serious and life-threatening.  If you have any allergies, you need to steer clear of Read More

Nutrition . Weight Loss

Haven’t Changed Anything in Your Diet But Getting Fatter?

On April 3, 2017 by

  You are positive that you’re not eating more food or “junkier” food but you’re still gaining weight.   Is this possible?   Yes!  You are NOT crazy!   And here’s why.   We both know that the whole “calories in, calories out” argument is an overly simplistic view of weight.   There’s definitely more Read More

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3 Supplements You Should be Taking if You’re Over 45 Years Old

On March 15, 2017 by

Yes, while I always say that it’s better to get your nutrients from food first sometimes supplements are necessary.   Unfortunately there are just some all-too-common nutrients that we simply don’t get enough of.  And they’re absolutely critical to optimal health and wellness.  Especially as we age.   Here I sifted through the supplements that Read More

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Three Must Eat Breakfast Foods

On February 28, 2017 by

Do you love your breakfast?  Do you have a short list of “go-to” recipes?  Do you need a bit of inspiration to start eating breakfast again?   Getting some protein at each meal can help with blood sugar management, metabolism and weight loss.  This is because protein helps you feel fuller longer and uses up Read More

Health . Nutrition

Five Cholesterol Myths and What to Eat Instead

On February 20, 2017 by

You knew there was a bit of an over-emphasis (borderlining obsession) about cholesterol, right?   Before we jump into some myths let’s make sure we’re on the same page when it comes to what exactly cholesterol is.   Myth #1: “Cholesterol” is cholesterol   While cholesterol is an actual molecule, what it is bound to Read More

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