The Hidden Risks Of Low Carb Dieting
Did you know an estimated 45 million Americans diet each year and spend $33 billion annually on weight loss products? Not surprisingly, nearly twice as many Americans say they are actively trying to avoid fat & carbohydrates in their diet (56%). Insert low carb dieting. Have you tried it? We have. Initially, we found the […]
5 Things To Consider When Choosing A Protein Powder
Have you incorporated protein powder or protein shakes into your diet? If so, what’s in it? Ideally, it’s BEST to get all of your nutrients, including protein, from natural food sources. However, most often than not, we struggle getting the proper amounts of protein, vitamins, & other nutrients on a daily basis. In those instances, […]
5 Reasons Diets Don’t Work
Why are you ALWAYS on a diet? Isn’t the purpose of the diet to help you FINALLY lose weight…and keep it off? Have you followed any diet that has not only helped you lose weight but keep it off long term? Let’s see: √ Cabbage Soup Diet. No long term success. √ Atkins Diet. No […]
What does your poop mean?
We know, we know…this is a crappy discussion! However, bowel movements are a natural process. As much as you may not want to discuss this topic, WE NEED TO DISCUSS THIS TOPIC! Why? It’s simple. According to the American Cancer Society, about 150,000 people are diagnosed with colorectal cancer & 50,000 will die from the […]
The “Juice” on Fruit
Fresh fruits are an excellent source of nutrition. They are packed with vitamins minerals, fiber, water, and some protein. Fruits are usually the first thing we choose to eat when embarking on a healthier lifestyle or trying to lose weight. Let’s be real, if you had to choose between eating raw spinach and eating a […]
Eat Your Way To Better Health
“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” -Hyppocrates Nutrition is essential to our overall health & wellness. Too often, we compromise our health with poor food choices. We did. We did not equate food with health. We equated food with having a good time. Through this journey, we’ve been able to shift […]
Good Carbs Matter!
Why do you believe carbs are bad? Often times, you hear people say they are on a low-carb or no carb diet. Others will tell you they don’t eat carbs because carbs are bad! Usually, they are very passionate & meaningful as they explain how they have banned carbs from their lives! Why? Why are […]