Nutrition Advice & Tips
Halloween is quickly approaching and the grocery store shelves are abundantly stocked with colorful chemical concoctions, fondly known as candy, that are quite possibly the scariest part of Halloween. Come October 31, almost every child will go trick-or-treating and best of luck to the parent who tries to avoid this. So what is the well-intentioned parent who […]
Read More ⟶According to the CDC, water recommendations for men is 3.7 liters (125 ounces) and 2.7 liters (91 ounces) for women. Staying hydrated throughout the day is essential for maintaining a healthy, balanced life. There are many different ways to stay hydrated throughout the day, such as: Carry a refillable water bottle- this will help you […]
Read More ⟶Vitamin C has long been known to help with immunity. This water-soluble vitamin came to fame through Nobel Prize winning research in 1937 and has been since recognized as a key antioxidant and immune system strengthener. Deficiencies in vitamin C are associated with increased risks of infections as seen in pneumonia and other respiratory viruses […]
Read More ⟶Maybe you’ve made some positive health changes recently. Drinking eight glasses of water a day is one that I discuss frequently with my clients. But, how often do you think about whether the water you’re drinking is clean? I think it’s a pretty important thing to think about. The body is over 60% water and uses it for everything […]
Read More ⟶We are excited to announce that Christie RD has expanded! Please join us in welcoming our newest registered dietitian, Cari Culp. We are thrilled to have Cari come onboard and invite you to take a moment to get to know her. We recently sat down with her and asked her the following questions: […]
Read More ⟶Low carb lifestyles are the craze. Because adults tend to be less active, and hormonal changes and stress both increase insulin, our fat storage hormone, lower carb lifestyles can assist in weight and blood sugar management. The downfall is that many low carb foods are high in saturated fat and cholesterol, and they lack beneficial […]
Read More ⟶According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, adopting new, healthy habits may protect you from serious health problems like obesity and diabetes. Changing your lifestyle and daily habits, can improve your physical activity “without having to workout”. There are many small changes you can make while in the office or […]
Read More ⟶You may have heard me confess that I am a coffee-lover! Well, I am also one who doesn’t tolerate cow milk as well as I would like. Yes, it is inflammatory for me and when I consume it, even small amounts in my coffee daily, I can feel it. My fingers get stiff and slightly […]
Read More ⟶You should fuel your body about 1 to 3 hours prior working out depending on how well your body adjusts to food. It is essential to workout when not hungry! If you workout when you are starving, your body will not be able to go as hard and your blood sugar may drop which can […]
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