Health + Wellness
Some Food Additives You May Consider Avoiding
The best thing you can do for your body is to eat whole foods, ones that don’t require a label. We understand, even as nutritionists, that that is not possible all of the time, so being aware of the potential health risks that food additives may cause you is...
Creatine Myths Exposed!
Creatine is one of the top sports performance supplements, yet there is a lot of controversy behind it. Many claim it causes digestive issues, liver and kidney trouble, weight gain, cramping and dehydration. Let’s take a closer look at what it does in the body, and...
Detox 101 Tips for a Whole Foods Detox
The time is upon us where we start seeing “Detox your body in 10 days!” and “Lose Weight Fast!” campaigns everywhere. It’s easy to get sucked into the claims, but it’s important to consider the solid evidence behind it as well. Our bodies are very good at naturally...
Protein Powders Find the right one for you!
Although we know it is best to get our nutrients from whole food sources, sometimes that is just not possible and we need something easy and quick. The good news is that it really doesn’t have to be all that bad for you! But who’s to say which one is the better option...
Caffeine – More Good News!
Caffeine - that substance that some of us just can’t seem to live without! In 2015, 85% of the U.S. population reported drinking a caffeinated beverage daily, with an average of 165 mg per day. Coffee accounts for 64% of this consumption, followed by tea, soft drinks,...
Nettle Pesto Recipe
We think this pesto is ah-ma-zing, it’s really a classic pesto using fresh nettles instead of basil, which gives it a more demure taste but equally satisfying and the same vibrant green color. We love enjoying this pesto over “zoodles” (zucchini noodles) and roast...
All About Allergies
It’s that time of year again when our allergies start acting up. The itchy, watery eyes, runny red nose, sneezing, wheezing, coughing, congestion… Not fun. This is our body’s defense mechanism again the allergen, causing an “overreaction.” Things that may be causing...
Healing Chicken-Nettle Stock Recipe
Homemade stock is far more nutritious than store-bought stock, even the organic brands. The vinegar in the stock is needed to help extract the minerals from the organic chicken bones. If you don't have time to make stock within a few days of roasting the chicken then...
Spring Time Means Wild Foods! Nettles for Allergies and Nutrient-Packed Fiddlehead Ferns
Nettles, the magical stinging weed, turn into luscious nourishment once heat touches them. Yes, we eat them! Nettles make us so giddy; they are such a treat and they don’t last long. When they arrive in early spring we stalk them and try to get them at their most...
Superfoods Debunked
Is a “superfood” really a super food? A superfood is considered to be a food that is rich in nutrients and has superior health benefits to the human body. This notion came about in the 20th century, with spinach being the forerunner touted for “superfood” powers. Some...
A Diverse Gut Microbiome is Linked to Lower Weight in Individuals
Did you know that you host ten times more bacteria in your gut than you have human cells? That’s 100 trillion bacteria! All these bacteria, on the inside and outside of your body, are called your microbiome. Your microbiome can be compared to a wild and diverse...
Spring Garden Planning
Spring is just around the corner, meaning it’s time to get a head start on the garden! Growing your own produce can improve your and your family’s diet by leaps and bounds. The food you grow yourself is the freshest food you can eat, and because home gardens are...
Reducing Sugar Made Easy
If you are eating an American diet you might not realize how much sugar sneaks its way in. The American Heart Association reports that the average American adult consumes 22 teaspoons of added sugar per day and American teens consume 34 teaspoons. These sugars are...