Carbohydrates contribute a major part to the diet of most Americans. The recommended intake of carbohydrates varies with lifestyle, depending on daily energy demands of each individual. Consuming excessive amounts of carbohydrates for those with a sedentary lifestyle, for example, can lead to increased fat storage. On the other hand, an athlete who is likely […]
Supplement of the Month: Folate(s)
The use of folates, and specifically folic acid (vitamin B9) supplementation is currently one of the most controversial topics on nutrition blogs and websites. Much of the controversy revolves around the adverse effects folic acid could have on the body and its potential to raise the risk of cancer (Ebbing, 2009). Folic acid is essential […]
Vegetarian Protein Sources
Vegetarians must either eat complete sources of protein, meaning the source packs all essential amino acids, or a combination of incomplete sources of protein to make up for any amino acid deficits. Sources of plant-based protein are typically incomplete protein sources, and so one must consume a variety of plant products packed with protein to […]
Give up ANYTHING for 30 Days.
Studies show that it takes 30 days to create a new habit, but how do you stick to your goal for 30 days when your brain is already trained by bad habits? Here are some ways that you can give up anything for 30 days. Write down your goal: Once you make a decision to […]
What to Know About Gestational Diabetes
The growing rates of obesity in the United States and around the world have increased the incidences of diabetes during gestation. Women who are overweight or obese at the beginning of pregnancy are at a greater risk for the development of diabetes during pregnancy. However, women with a healthy BMI (body mass index) […]
Important Kitchen Ingredients
Great kitchen Ingredients Everyone Must Have Food is only as nutritious as the contents in it. Ingredients make a big difference when it comes to the health benefits provided by any meal. For this reason, it is recommended to make a set of healthy ingredients a permanent part of your kitchen, this will make it […]
Eliminate Sugar with these Foods
Eliminating added sugars from your diet has become a popular trend in the world of nutrition, and for good reason. Research shows that sugar is highly addictive and can lead to various health complications such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease. Sugar is being added to a variety of convenience foods for the […]
Weird Signs you Should be Taking a Multivitamin
By Jami Jansen Even the most health conscious women can be vitamin deficient, unbeknownst to them. In fact, the majority of Americans are deficient in some sort of nutrient. Whether this is due to popular elimination-style diets, the depletion of our soil by poor farming practices, or Americans’ affinity for convenience foods remains to be seen. […]
Tips to Beat Your Caffeine Addiction
Tips to Beat Caffeine Addiction By Jaimi Jansen Caffeine is one of the most universally used mood-altering substances, and as a mild stimulant, it has an effect on the central nervous system. These effects cause it to be highly addictive, often leading many people to have a caffeine addiction without their knowledge. Common Withdrawal Symptoms […]
How to Have a Healthy Sugar Relationship
By Jaimi Jansen & Abby Harrison “A sacred substance was made profane by our actions and intent. Consider the example of sugar. If we fail to recognize its sacred nature-which, as a culture, we do-then we’ll likely suffer the dark side of its power—tooth decay, obesity, insulin resistance, diabetes, brain disease, heart disease…Without an awareness […]
