Functional Nutrition

Fat has long been demonized in the health and wellness industry as the villain behind weight gain and a host of health problems, but the truth is, our bodies need fat to function properly. From providing energy to supporting cell growth, fat plays a vital role in keeping us healthy and strong. Here are some…

National Nutrition Month is an annual nutrition education and awareness campaign that takes place in March. The purpose of this month-long campaign is to promote the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating habits. What is National Nutrition Month? National Nutrition Month is an initiative created by the Academy of Nutrition and…

“Fasting is the greatest remedy-the physician within.” -Paracelsus, 16th Century Physician What is intermittent fasting?  Fasting is one of the oldest remedies in human history and has been part of the practice of virtually every culture and religion on earth. Fasting is the voluntary absence from food for spiritual, health or other reasons. It may be…

What is Fiber?  Fiber is an undigestible carbohydrate found in plant foods. It comes in two forms: soluble and insoluble. Both perform important functions with regards to digestion and are necessary for maintaining a healthy body.  SOLUBLE FIBER: Easily dissolved in water and functions to slow the digestion of glucose.  INSOLUBLE FIBER: Does not dissolve in water and…

You may not give it much thought when you reach for the cinnamon spice to add to your favorite dessert or coffee drink. Grown in tropical regions in and around Indonesia, cinnamon has been used in cooking, baking and for health benefits for thousands of years.   Did you know there is more than one variety of cinnamon? Cassia and…

We have all heard of cholesterol. What exactly is cholesterol and the different types? How do we check for problems with cholesterol? At what age should we be screening for problems with cholesterol? How do we manage high cholesterol from lifestyle interventions? These are all questions that will be discussed in this article. Heart disease is the #1 killer in the United States and is…

Difficulty with tolerating foods has been increasing globally and chances are that you have had an unpleasant symptom after a meal once or twice. You have probably heard of food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities. But what do these terms mean? It is important to differentiate between these, because the reactions can range from just plain…