Everyone hears the word fat and wants to scream! Fats are very important to our body and we can’t live without them. There are so many types of fat that are good and bad for us. So here, I am going to break it down to simple terms for… Read More »The Skinny on Fats
Our bodies carry trillions of bacteria which mostly take house in our intestines. This gut bacteria is known as gut microbiota. Most bacteria in our gut is healthy for us but there are types that can lead to illnesses. When intestines are out of sync, it can gravely effect the… Read More »5 Steps to Good Gut Health
We all have heard that it is optimal to have 8 hours of sleep a night. Many people do not achieve this due to factors that we can control such as watching TV at night or using smartphones in bed. We all are guilty of getting into bed with the… Read More »Importance of Sleep
I have always loved eating delicious açaí bowls for breakfast. I am a big smoothie or bowl eater to start my day. Did you know açaí berries are grown in the Amazon in Brazil? In the past few years, açaí is gain so much popularity in the US but has… Read More »Açaí Bowl
Annually, the Environmental Working Group (EWF) publishes a list called the dirty dozen which claims the produce on this list contain the highest amounts of pesticides. The fruits and vegetables on this list are produce grown conventionally, not organically. It is advised when shopping for produce, to try to purchase… Read More »Dirty Dozen Produce List
The term organic refers to how the product was grown. In the US, for food to be certified organic, it must be grown free of chemical pesticides, GMOs (Genetically Modified Organism), sewage and petroleum based fertilizers. Many people wonder if organic food is healthier than conventional foods. Research has… Read More »What Does Organic Mean?
Smoothies are such a great way to start your day with fruits, protein, veggies, and some deliciousness all in one. We always start our day with a great big smoothie. This keeps us full until lunch time and provides us the nutrition and energy we need to tackle the day.… Read More »Nut Butter Smoothie
Back to school time, doesn’t need to create the dread of packing daily school lunches. Packing lunches can be easy and quick if you have items prepared and well shopped for in advance. It is always helpful to cut or steam lunch veggies over the weekend. Fruits don’t always keep… Read More »Healthy and Easy Packed School Lunches