How Can I Get Enough Vitamin D?
When we think of “vitamins,” we know they’re important for health. But vitamin D is super-important. It’s difficult to get enough vitamin D; vitamin D is, therefore, a very common deficiency. So, let’s talk about how much of this critical fat-soluble vitamin we need, and how you can get enough. The three ways to vitamin…
Heartburn – Can I Help it with Foods and Lifestyle?
Odds are you or someone you know experiences heartburn. Around half of western adults experience heartburn at least once per month. Somewhere between 10-20% have it at least once per week! Heartburn, also known as reflux, occurs when the strong acid in your stomach creeps up into your esophagus. It can feel like a burning…
Reduce Inflammation With These Key Foods
Inflammation. It’s not just for health headlines. It’s a fact. Scientists are measuring levels of inflammation in our bodies and finding that it can be pretty bad for our health; this is especially true when it’s chronic. Inflammation has been linked to obesity, heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and diabetes, just to name a few. But, instead…
How Do I Keep My Blood Sugar Stable?
Oh, the words “blood sugar.” Does it conjure up visions of restrictive eating, diabetes medications, or insulin injections? Blood sugar is the measure of the amount of sugar in your blood. You need the right balance of sugar in your blood to fuel your brain and muscles. The thing is, it can fluctuate. A lot.…
Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Explained
You’ll notice that they both begin with “glycemic.” That’s one tip that they have to do with sugars and carbs. Not only how much sugar is in foods, but more importantly, how it affects your blood sugar levels. In general, diets that are high on the glycemic index (GI) and high in glycemic load (GL),…
How to Make Cooking More Fun
If you don’t love cooking, maybe this can help to make it more fun for you? Sometimes we don’t find cooking to be all that fun and we canit a bit of a drag. So that’s why I’ve listed my best “fun” cooking tips for you. Fun Cooking Tip #1: Check out new recipes. Sometimes…
10 Healthy Eating Habits to Adopt in 2018
Our eating and lifestyle habits, both good or bad, can have a tremendous impact on our health and well-being. It is up to us to choose whether or not we want to incorporate healthy eating habits into our daily lives. When we view healthy eating habits as a choice and not something that has been…
4 Simple Tips to Help You Avoid the “Inevitable” Holiday Weight Gain
The holidays are a time of massive indulgence for many of us. In fact, even those who have managed to stick to healthy diet and exercise programs all year long often fall off the wagon at the end of the year. There’s nothing wrong with enjoying some extra food and drink at this time of…
Mindfulness and Meditation…Do They Really Work?
Well…yes, Mindfulness and Meditation do really work. The fact is, science shows definite health benefits for people who use mindfulness and meditation. Before we dive in, let’s just make sure we’re on the same page when we say “mindfulness” and “meditation.” “Meditation” is the ancient practice of connecting the body and mind to become more…
Dairy Intolerance (Lactose, Casein, and Whey)
Having a food intolerance is not fun. It can cause abdominal pain, discomfort, and nausea. It also causes embarrassing symptoms like flatulence and diarrhea. Other symptoms linked to food intolerances include muscle or joint pain, headaches, exhaustion, and even skin symptoms like rashes and eczema. Dairy is just one of those foods that many people…
