Reading Time: 3 minutes Let’s face it… most of us don’t have the time to cook “insta-worthy” meals 24/7. (I know I don’t). And if you’re in a pinch, the last thing you want, is to find yourself digging through an endless field of almond flour, maca powder, and yogi berries after a long day of work.
Reading Time: 2 minutes When it comes to snacking, it is inevitable that most of us go for the easy targets – chips, crackers, and energy bars. But what if snacking can actually be healthy for you while being nutritious & filling? For me, the best way to combat midday or late-night cravings has been with real food, and by real food,
Reading Time: 3 minutes In case you haven’t heard, probiotics are a hot topic these days – and rightfully so. Studies show that without a healthy balance of gut bacteria, the chances of falling ill due to a weakened immune system increases. For me, the easiest way to stay on track has been including probiotic-rich foods regularly into my
Reading Time: 3 minutes Whether you love it or you hate it, it is important to note that flaxseeds do more than just make excellent linen. Flaxseeds are super-seeds with powerful anti-inflammatory properties known to prevent cancer, heart disease and even improve brain health! So, whether you choose to throw it into a smoothie – or top your pasta
Reading Time: 3 minutes We’ve all been there… cruising down the grocery aisle trying to find the perfect eggs amongst what seems like an endless ocean of labels and marketing tactics: “Cage-Free” “Farm Fresh” “Vegetarian Diet” But seriously, what do all of these labels mean? Are they significant? And do these companies actually live up to the claims they
Reading Time: 3 minutes With Valentines Day just around the corner, I couldn’t help but think about heart-healthy foods that help support the cardiovascular system. One of the top heart-healthy choices that I always seem to effortlessly incorporate into my diet is beets, as they are a great addition to any meal and are loaded with beneficial vitamins and
Reading Time: 4 minutes It is well known today, that a diet rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids has a wide range of health benefits, including neurological support, cardiovascular support and even cancer prevention. And because our bodies cannot produce these essential nutrients, one of the best places to obtain these rich compounds are in fatty fish like salmon. However,
Reading Time: 3 minutes If you’re someone who loves bread and pasta, like I do, have no fear because it turns out there is a way to have your cake and eat it too when it comes to starch-based meals and it seems like the Italians have already figured it all out… Current studies reveal that vinegar is so much
Reading Time: 3 minutes After Oprah’s speech at the Golden Globes last week, I couldn’t help but think about how relatable she is to all of us. Remember her classic line “I love bread”? Oprah expressed a feeling that is undoubtedly true to nearly everyone across the globe. Realistically, who doesn’t love bread? So why is bread so demonized? Sure, bread
