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 […]
Protein Power
Proteins are the building blocks of our bodies. We need to consume protein on a regular basis to build muscle, skin, hair and nails. We also use protein to form hormones and the immune system, digestive system and blood all rely on proteins to function properly. When you eat protein, your body breaks it down […]
Omazing Omega’s
Fat is one of the macro nutrients necessary for survival. Fat is an essential nutrient necessary for normal body function. It supplies energy, is necessary for absorption of fat soluble vitamins, keeps our bodies warm, protects our organs, helps make hormones and forms the structure of cell membranes. It is imperative you include healthy fats […]
The Beauty of Breakfast
Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and supper like a pauper. Conventional wisdom stresses the importance of starting your day with breakfast. But is it really necessary? I often hear from my clients that they are not hungry in the morning or don’t have time for breakfast. The research is really […]
Focus on Flax
Flax seeds are tiny, brown seeds that are the richest sources of a plant-based healthy omega-3 fatty acids, called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) in the world. The ALA in flax can help protect the lining of the digestive tract and maintain GI health by reducing gut inflammation. This versatile seed is used in baking, for feeding chickens […]
Eat Breakfast Like a King
Recent research has offered support to the old adage “Eat breakfast like a king. Lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper. ” A study published in Obesity randomly divided 50 overweight and obese woman into two groups. Each woman received a total of 1400 calories divided throughout the day. The first group, the Breakfast […]
33 Nutrient Dense Snacks Around 200 Calories
I am always searching for a perfect go to snack that will fill me up while stoking my body with healthy fuel. Here is a list of 33 nutrient dense, tasty snacks I rely on to fuel me an my family. 4 dates stuffed with 1 tbs of nut butter (roughly 180 calories) Chili Lime Popcorn . […]
What Is A Real Foods Diet?
What is a Real Foods diet? A real foods diet can take a variety of forms including vegetarian, vegan, Paleo, flexitarian, raw foods, etc but the one characteristic all real foods diets share is a focus on eating food in its most natural form. This means consuming food as it is found in nature- not food that has been packaged or significantly altered […]
Food for Healthy Hair, Skin and Nails
Your best bet for having smooth, supple skin, lustrous hair and strong nails does not come in a bottle from the beauty counter. It can be found in your kitchen and involves the food you put in your body. The foods you consume on a regular basis can offer the building blocks needed for strong […]
Focus on Eggs
Unfortunately, over the years, eggs have been a much maligned food. Due to their yolk’s high cholesterol level, doctors and other health professionals have advocated limiting their consumption, particularly for people with high cholesterol. These recommendations are unfortunate because eggs offer many health benefits and their impact on cholesterol is not clear cut. Eggs are […]
