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Sugar addiction

12/5/2020

 
​It's a very interesting topic that research is trying to better understand. So what is sugar addiction? What are the factors at play? And what can we do about it?
It's very important to start off by saying the lived experience of feeling a strong compulsion to eat sugar is incredibly real. The intention of this writing is not to say that experience doesn't exist, but to explore additional factors that might contribute

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Do I "need" to eat vegetables?

2/22/2020

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If you feel like you don’t eat enough vegetables each day, you’re not alone. According to the most recent data from the CDC, only 1 in 10 Americans actually eat the recommended 2-3 cups of vegetables per day. There are many reasons it’s a challenge - cost, access, food waste, increased preparation time, limited knowledge / skills, and taste preferences are all known and real challenges.

But what’s the big deal? Can you replace the value of vegetables with other foods or a supplement? The answer boils down to food chemistry and health research. 

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Good Food, Bad Food

2/21/2020

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Ever wonder what makes a food “good” or “bad?” How much does [ sugar / carbohydrate / fiber / fat / protein / processing / organic / natural / locally grown / vegan / clean / chemical ] matter? 

​Depending on where you get your information, you’ve likely been told all kinds of foods are good or bad - but are they really and how do you know? 
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Nutrition Camps

10/18/2019

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The practice of nutrition feels divided into many (many) “camps” these days. Many feel their way is the “right” way leaving those not in the nutrition field trying to make sense of where they belong. 

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How to help others eat better

7/31/2018

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It's easier than ever to find an article about "healthy eating." A quick search on Google provided over 860,000,000 results...and another 35,800,000 videos (yikes). 

I recognize and appreciate that people are passionate about nutrition. I also recognize that once we find something that "works" for us, we want to shout it from the roof tops! I truly believe that many professionals should talk about food to with their clients - it's a cornerstone to health. However, it's important to recognize whether the "truth" you preach to your clients is helpful or harmful. 

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What's the "best" sugar?

7/23/2018

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Headlines are always screaming about the perils of sugar and touting the "best" choices. But how toxic is sugar really and are some types really better than others? I scoured the research to find the answers.
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Taming tummy troubles

6/28/2018

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There's nothing worse than stomach pain whether it be constipation, bloating, diarrhea, or gas. People are quick to blame what they eat, but how often is it food related and how do you solve about solving the mystery? ​Read on for more. 
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Food to fuel exercise

6/25/2018

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There's a lot of confusion about eating before exercise. Do all workouts need fuel before? Are some more worthy than others? What should I grab?

​Check out the below for answers to these questions and more.
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All about "macros" (part 3/3. Fat!)

10/3/2017

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I saved the best macronutrient for last - fat! There's a lot of confusion about fat and its role in our health. Read on to learn more. 

Are you behind on your reading? Be sure to check out part 1 (carbs) and part 2 (protein) .
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All about "macros" (part 2 of 3 - protein)

10/2/2017

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Last post I explained the definition of macros and explored the complicated chemistry of carbohydrates. Miss it? ---> Click here to learn more.

This post I'll talk about everyone's favorite macro - protein. Why is it so valuable? Where does it come from? How much do you need? What's the best source? Read on to learn more. 
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All about "macros" (part 1 of 3 - carbs and sugar)

9/19/2017

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There are a lot of people counting "macros" these days which leaves some people scratching their heads. So what are macros and do they matter? Read on for the full story! 
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