Why You Need to Ditch Plastic ASAP

There’s no denying it… plastic has overrun our lives, and not in any way that is good -- neither for the environment, nor for our health. Plastics are literally everywhere, especially in all aspects of food storage: containers, plastic wrap, zipper bags, straws -- and everything else imaginable! Here’s WHY and HOW to ditch plastic…...

Why All Disease Begins in the Gut

While Hippocrates coined the phrase, “all disease begins in the gut” thousands of years ago, current research is finding there’s much truth in this ancient piece of wisdom!   If you think your intestinal tract is only responsible for digestion and waste elimination, think again… your gut also plays a big role in immune system...

Can You Really Lose Just Belly Fat?

The quick ‘n dirty answer is Yes...and No.   The ‘NO’ part is that “spot reduction” or losing fat from just one area on your body has officially been labeled as a myth. Fat can’t just choose to come off from only one area!   So, it truly doesn’t matter how many crunches you do...

Is The 80/20 Rule For Nutrition & Exercise A Myth?

You may have heard that abs are made in the kitchen...   Or you may have eaten an extra piece of dessert because you exercised that day, so you feel like you “earned” it dammit!   In order to see results at the gym, lose weight or even maintain overall health, we’re told that it’s...

Six Ways to Biohack Your Sleep

When was the last time you woke up without an alarm, refreshed and didn’t need a big bucket of coffee to get going in the morning?   There’s no question that we all want better sleep! But, with all of the distractions, and stresses of daily life - it’s a wonder how any of us...

Eating for Bone Health

Eating For Bone Health Did you know that by the time you reach 30 years of age, you will have already achieved your peak bone mass?   This is why it is important to start building up a sufficient amount of bone mass in your body when you’re younger. Otherwise you might have a higher...

Spot Training: Possible or Myth?

You’ve probably heard the claims that you can change your body overnight with this brand new gadget or exercise program “Lose the belly” “Banish your trouble zones” “Drop stubborn fat off your thighs by drinking this special shake” There are so many gadgets, supplements, nutritional products and exercise programs on the market these days telling...

Vegetarian, Vegan, and Plant-Based Diets – What’s the Difference?

The popularity of cooking reality shows in recent years has brought about more discussions than ever before about the topic of food. Food as nourishment, fuel and sustenance. Food simply for eating and taste enjoyment. Even food as art!   But, included in these discussions are various thoughts and ideas about what food people should...

What Are The Healthiest Oils & Fats To Cook With?

If you haven’t heard by now, fat is your friend!   Dietary fat provides energy, supports cell maintenance, enhances nutrient absorption, and is essential for producing some hormones.   Dietary fat got a bad reputation back when, blamed for increasing rates of obesity and heart disease. Now, thanks to science and the increasing popularity of...

Adaptogens: What are they – and are they safe to supplement with?

You may hear the word ‘STRESS’ and immediately think of the mental and emotional aspects along the lines of feeling overwhelmed, overly busy, and/or anxious.   In reality, the body actually encounters different forms of stress every day and is always working to restore equilibrium.   Your body is literally constantly being bombarded by stress...