Healthy Eating and Managing Diabetes

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

In-season Produce and When to Buy Organic

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

Fueling Your Workout

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

Show Your Gut Some Love

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

Healthy Summer Food Swaps

The weather is warming, the days are growing longer and the familiar pull of our taste buds to lighter, sweeter summer fare is finally here. Think ice cream sandwiches by the pool, burgers on the grill and potato salad in tow. What foods scream summer to you? This summer, enjoy

The Truth About Carbs

We’ve all heard it: “Carbs are bad and make you gain weight, and you need to be on a low-carb diet to achieve your fitness goals.” If there’s one myth in the fitness and nutrition industry that needs debunking, it’s the crazy idea we should deprive our body of carbohydrates.