Top 12 Foods Providing All Day Energy
Choose these foods more often to feel less tired and more energetic all day long When drained of get-up-and-go, it’s tempting to down an energy drink or grab a candy bar. These choices often do provide a quick, short burst of energy you need. But beware – sugary drinks, candy, and pastries put too…
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Eating your way to better bladder health
Bladder health is rarely discussed but all of us are affected by it Bladder health should be a top priority ranking alongside heart, brain, and bone health. And one way to promote bladder health is by making smart food choices. From urinary incontinence to overactive bladder, what you eat and drink directly impacts your…
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Could You Be Calcium Deficient And Not Know It?
What you need to know about identifying and treating a calcium deficiency Calcium is the most abundant mineral found in the human body of which 99% is stored in the bones and teeth, necessary for strong bone structure. The roles of calcium are critical for body functioning but many adults, adolescents, and even children…
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Sensible Weight Loss Tips That Actually Work
Build long-term habits with practical lifestyle changes for weight loss success It’s challenging to eat a healthy diet when living in a drive-thru, ultra-processed food world. Food temptations seem to be everywhere. And forget gimmicky, fad diets when trying to reach a healthier body weight. Just like buying a pair of shoes,…
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Letting Go Of The ‘All Or Nothing’ Approach to Nutrition
Why an ‘all or nothing’ mindset about nutrition may sabotage your health goals We all have that friend who’s always making comments about their food intake such as, “I really shouldn’t be eating this,” or “I’ve been so good on my diet lately,” or maybe they might say, “I’ll get back on track Monday after…
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How To Build A Delicious, Nutritious, And Filling Smoothie
When done right, smoothies can make nutritious sense, packing satisfying ingredients and yummy flavors You may think building a healthy smoothie is easy. Grab a blender and throw together a bunch of fruit, added sweeteners, and milk or juice and call it good. But think again. When done right, smoothies can indeed be very…
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Refreshing and Healthier Beverage Options Besides Soda
If soda has been your go-to drink for quenching thirst each day, it’s time to rethink your drink. Drinking sugary soda is simply a bad idea for supporting good health. Multiple studies have found time and again, that consuming soda, including artificially sweetened or “diet” soda, can be harmful to your health. This finding was…
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5 Snacks with misleading health halos
Starting with rice cakes, for one… Americans love their snacks and the snack industry knows this. If you look at the global snacks market in 2018, it was valued at USD of 439.9 billion and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.2% from now to 2025. The…
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A Guide to Meal-Planning Your Way to a Healthier Brain
This article is a sample chapter from The Nourished Brain. Click this link to purchase the book on Amazon.com or read for free on Kindle Unlimited. Following a brain-healthy diet is not hard to do. All you need to do is decide what foods go on your plate, and when you have chosen well, the…
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Bite by Bite, Benefits of Healthy Eating Add Up Over Time
Make every bite count…towards your health. I can’t begin to count how many times I’ve used this mantra in articles over the years. While very few (if any) of us have perfected this statement, the foods and beverages you consume profoundly impact your health over time. Science has proven this time and again that…
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