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The Foundations Series: Protein-dense Food
The Foundations Series: Protein-Dense Food Subhead: Here’s the truth about protein in our diets. Protein-dense food is fundamental to our physiological function, health, and well-being. Protein-rich diets have gained a lot of controversial attention in the media and...
Micronutrients: what they are and why they are essential
Micronutrients: what they are and why they are essential Micronutrients are vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals (plant chemicals) with regulatory functions in the body. They are naturally found in the foods we eat. These vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals are...
The Foundations Series – Macronutrients (what they are and why they matter)
Macronutrients What they are and why they matter Nutrients provide material for all energy reactions in the body, the tissues and structures that make up organ systems, and the biochemical molecules that enable cells to survive and communicate. Nutrients from food...
Hydration for Health
Hydration for Health The importance of understanding the body’s relationship with water. Your body mass is 60 to 75 percent water. H20 is the foundational chemical formula that enables your body to function and is, truly, the foundational formula for all life on...
The Sleep Blog
Sleep What is Sleep? Sleep is the most important period of recovery for the brain and body, an essential component of daily function. Sleep quality, consistency, and amount determine the effectiveness of this recovery period. The quality of recovery during sleep...
The Mindful Eater
The Mindful Eater Why the way we eat matters as much as what we eat. The concept of eating mindfully can be challenging to understand as there are a variety of ways to do so. This could mean being aware during the act of eating, choosing healthy foods, meditating...
This is the Only Health Trend Worth Following
For a lifetime of better health, try a philosophy built on nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle behaviors. Adopting healthier habits can appear overwhelming on the surface, but it doesn’t have to be so daunting. Everybody can attain better health through simple lifestyle...