Are you consuming enough healthy fat? According to the American Heart Association, most people are not! Fats get a bad rap even though they are one of the three macronutrients your body needs for survival. Dietary fats are essential, and they give your body energy, support cell growth, protect your
Set yourself up for nutritional success by prepping your fridge ahead of time. Start by using the checklist below to clean up, clean out and stock your fridge with healthy, easy-to-reach options. Remember: The convenient choice often wins when it comes to our eating habits! TASK IMPORTANCE ☐ Empty it
The holiday season is a time to gather with your loved ones, and what better way to celebrate than with food? Food brings us together, but it’s also very easy to overindulge during the holidays. If we adjust our holiday nutrition mindset and maintain heathy habits, we can strike a
Have you been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or diabetes? Does diabetes run in your family? Have you been told by a medical professional that you are at high risk of getting diabetes? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions or you’re looking for a healthy lifestyle change, we
According to Myplate.gov, fruits and vegetables should be half of your plate, with a focus on eating whole fruits and varying your vegetables. It is important to eat these nutrients because they supply dietary fiber, which is linked to a lesser chance of chronic diseases. In addition, fruits and vegetables
Are you a nutrition wizard? Take this quiz to challenge yourself on basic nutrition principles, food labels and the best options for your health. ProProfs Quiz- Are You a Nutrition Wizard? » ProProfs
It is a scientific fact that your body functions at its best when it is well nourished and experiences daily movement. But what nutrients should you be fueling yourself with to achieve the most effective movement? The nutrients you put in your body before and after a workout play a
With today’s diet culture, developing and maintaining a healthy relationship with food can be difficult. You have been conditioned to believe certain food rules exist: no eating after a certain time of day, certain foods or food groups are bad and skipping meals is the fastest way to achieve the
When you think of preventative health measures, what comes to mind? Some of the obvious ones are routine doctor visits, regular exercise, good sleep and quality nutrition, but you may not know that gut health is also a major preventative health measure. This is where we will focus our attention
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