Functional integrative nutrition is a type of nutrition therapy which incorporates many aspects of biology and wellness into holistic healing. By assessing the many interrelationships that exist between diet, lifestyle, environment, and biological systems, a nutritionist or dietician is able to target specific disorders and promote optimal whole-body function through diet and lifestyle influences. What […]
Healthy Summer Snacks
Summer is quickly approaching, which means long warm beach days, beautiful hikes and backyard BBQs are too! Summer is a great time to take your activity outdoors with the whole family. As children spend their free days running around playing, surfing and boogie boarding, riding bikes, and basking in the sun, they’ll be sure to […]
Supplement of the Month: Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids (n-3 FAs) are considered essential to human nutrition. Normally, our bodies are able to synthesize fatty acids from raw materials available, but this is not the case for the omega-3’s. Diet is the only provider of omega-3 fatty acids There are three main omega-3 fatty acids: EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid), DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid), […]
The American Diet: Metabolism and Carbs
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 […]