Collagen is a protein found in our teeth, bones, ligaments, tendons, muscles and makes up about 75% of our skin. It is the most plentiful protein in our bodies and is the main building block or “glue” for these parts of your body. Starting in our twenties, we begin to lose about 1% of our […]
Focus on Oats
For the past 30 days, some friends and I have been doing the Whole 30. It is a fairly restrictive, short term diet plan designed to help you identify some of the potential food triggers that may be causing digestion and inflammation issues in your life. One of the limitations it places is to avoid […]
Good Mood Food
As a mental health professional, I see a steady stream of people of all ages struggling with anxiety and depression. Unfortunately this summer, traditionally a time I see a drop in referrals, has been very busy. It seems we live in an anxious world. My dual training in mental health and nutrition often leads me […]
How to Pick a Healthy Snack Bar
I still remember my very first bar I had as a kid. It was a Nature Valley Honey and Oat bar. At that time, it was way out of my comfort zone. My family leaned more to candy bars and sodas. However, as I have gotten older my pallet has changed immensely and bars have […]
The Building Blocks of a Real Food Diet
With the New Year quickly approaching, many people are making resolutions to “eat healthy” in 2018. There is a wealth of information out there about what “eating healthy” means but I think it is important to start with the basics so you can make informed decisions about what to put into your body. For the […]
