What makes food ‘healthy’ in your mind? We all have pre-determined notions of what ‘healthy’ means to us, but if you take a second to examine why you hold these beliefs, I know you’ll learn something. So let’s give it a try—really. Is a certain food healthy because it’s low in calories? Because it’s a...
Read more >>I don’t know about you, but I’m always on the lookout for meals that are both refreshing and satisfying. Especially when the mid-summer heat is in full swing, I prefer meals that will help me look my best in my swimsuits and summer wardrobe. But it’s still important to ensure your body gets the proper...
Read more >>Have you ever wondered why you sometimes feel sluggish, bloated, cramped, or tired after a meal? A lot of that has to do with how your body breaks down the food you eat. That’s where digestive enzymes come in. Let’s dive into this fascinating world of enzymes and their role in our digestive health. What...
Read more >>Did you know that June is “Great Outdoors Month?” Like many of us, I’ve (unknowingly) been celebrating ‘Great Outdoors Month’ pretty much every June my whole life. Hiking, paddleboarding, biking… It’s the perfect time of year to get outside and move your body. It got me thinking, though, about one of my dearest friends Sarah,...
Read more >>Summer days are here, and with them, warmer temperatures. I don’t know about you, but I don’t always wake up with the best appetite. This is especially true in summer due to the warmer weather. On days I’m not feeling a big appetite, I love to whip up a smoothie to help start my day...
Read more >>We often get asked what the optimal time is to take a supplement. You may have heard that you should take them with food on an empty stomach, or… take them before breakfast, or… take them before you go to sleep, so which is it? The answers depend on the ingredients, what you want to...
Read more >>“Can you bring an appetizer?” If you have a dinner party or a barbecue coming up, we have a dish you can bring that will seriously ‘wow’ your friends. If you bring chips and salsa, your friends will be grateful, and it’ll probably get eaten. If you bring this mushroom pâté, there will be a...
Read more >>Brunch season is nearly here. There’s just something about a warm Spring morning that makes you want to call your friends, whip some eggs, and enjoy a leisurely brunch with some good conversation. And with restaurant prices the way they are now, why not cook at home? This menu takes advantage of fresh spring produce...
Read more >>Physical limitations… They challenge us our entire lives. When you’re a kid, it takes a while until you become coordinated enough to pour a glass of milk from the gallon jug, tie your shoelaces, become strong enough to open a car door or be tall enough to ride the roller coaster. When you get older,...
Read more >>Spring is a wonderful time for embracing the freshness of the season with a variety of in-season produce that can make any salad vibrant, flavorful, and nutritious. This Springtime Harvest Salad captures the essence of this time of year, with each ingredient contributing its peak season flavor and texture. It’s perfect as a refreshing lunch...
Read more >>What’s the first word you think of when somebody says “routine?” Do you think of negative words like boring, dull, same old… Or do you associate it with more positive words like planning, consistency, reliable… How you think and feel about your daily routine can dramatically affect the rest of your life. If you dread...
Read more >>When it comes to harnessing the power of natural supplements for your well-being, turmeric has long been a popular choice in the wellness arena. However, not all turmeric supplements are created equal… Understanding the differences can significantly impact their effectiveness in your health regimen. Not everyone knows that curcumin, a compound that has been the...
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