By: Rachel Naar MS, RD, CDN. Clinically reviewed by Michelle Miller, MSACN. Have you ever looked at a nutrition label and not been able to pronounce an ingredient? Or wondered what natural flavor really meant? Navigating the plethora of food additives can be a daunting task if you don’t know what food additives are good […]
By: Allison Henriques. The holidays are a time for family, celebration, and perhaps some over-indulgence. From the very first signs of fall to New Year’s day, we are bombarded by tricks and treats, Friendsgiving, family get-togethers, and holiday parties. Needless to say, it can be hard to keep our eyes (and hands) away from all
By: Samantha Wineke, Functional Medicine Health Coach. If you dabble in the health world, chances are that you’ve heard of intermittent fasting. It is an increasingly popular eating method that compresses the amount of time that you spend eating per day (your “feeding window”) and extends the amount of time that you spend fasting every
By: Samantha Wineke, Functional Medicine Health Coach. Not all bread is created equal. Some people find that they feel best completely eliminating bread and grain products altogether. This could be due to many issues, including an impaired gut lining, gluten sensitivity, Celiac disease, systemic inflammation, or the quality of the bread they are consuming. (For
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Milk alternatives are dairy-free milk-like juices from nuts, seeds, grains and legumes that are often fortified with vitamins and minerals in an attempt to deliver the equivalent nutrients (taste and consistency) of cow’s milk. Common varieties include soy, almond, oat, hemp, coconut and pea “milks”. Dairy is one of the more common allergens, so as
By: Samantha Wineke, Functional Medicine Health Coach. A successful, healthy diet is more about planning than it is about willpower. Even the most dedicated health enthusiasts can’t resist the urge to have a piece of candy once they are starving and their blood sugar has dropped. We repeat: It’s not about willpower, it’s about having
By: Michelle Miller, Clinical Nutritionist & Rachel Naar, Registered Dietitian We’ve all had a wound: a cut, scratch or scrape that breaks the skin. Most wounds on healthy people heal quickly when kept clean and free of infection, while other types of wounds are more serious and often require medical intervention. All wounds can benefit from using
By: Diana Fleeter, MS Candidate How Do People End Up With a Parasite Infection? Have you been told you have a parasite infection? Afraid of contracting a parasite? You’re not alone. Millions of Americans contract at least one type of parasite in their lifetime. Many realize they have it, and many do not, but catching
By: Michelle Miller, Clinical Nutritionist & Rachel Naar, Registered Dietitian What to Eat and How to Eat It Carbohydrates Muscle glycogen is used the most rapidly during the first stages of exercise. And you guessed it, you’re going to need to make sure you’ve got an adequate supply. This is the only nutrient that can be used for
Guide and best practices to replenish electrolytes and fluids after a workout. By: Michelle Miller, Clinical Nutritionist & Rachel Naar, Registered Dietitian Water constitutes most of our body weight and provides the medium by which other nutrients function. The thirst mechanism is most effective at rest, so if you’re hitting the gym or going for a run you
By: Diana Fleeter, MS Candidate Have you been hearing all of the CBD “craze” and wondering what it’s all about? With CBD lattes, cookies, and tinctures filling up every shop, it’s time to clarify what it is, what it is used for and the various types that you can purchase. What is CBD? Cannabidiol (CBD)
By: Michelle Miller, Clinical Nutritionist & Rachel Naar, Registered Dietitian We prepped you with some nutritional education surrounding what to eat when you’re expecting. Nine months later, we want to prep you with the confidence and facts for both you and your baby to thrive after you’ve delivered. Breast is Best: (But we won’t judge you if you
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