When it comes to cooking oil, there is a lot of conflicting information out there. Are all oils good? Is butter bad? What should I buy? What should I avoid? In the early 1900s, it became clear that trans fats were bad for our health and are strongly connected with heart disease. Then, the idea…
Is the thought of Halloween candy spooking you out? No need to worry, here are some strategies that can help you and your family have a healthier Halloween. Fill up first Make sure your child is eating balanced, healthy meals throughout the day so they get all of their nutrients in BEFORE the sugar intake.…
Portion Distortion Knowing how much of something you should eat can be a hard task to achieve. A “portion” is how much food you choose to eat, whether in a restaurant, from a package or in your own kitchen. It’s the amount you put on your plate. A “serving” is an amount of a food,…
At home gardens are becoming more and more popular. Why should you start an at home garden? Cost effective, fresh, healthy produce right in your backyard Great activity to get kids involved with Save money on herbs and spices Provides physical exercise If you are thinking about starting one keep reading for some tips and…
Our Second Brain Have you ever heard of your body having a second brain? Maybe you have or maybe you are wondering what in the world I’m referring to. Our gut is our body’s second brain. Although referred to as our second brain, our gut can’t perform the same functions our actual brains do like…
Nutrients are required for just about every function that our bodies go through daily. Whether that be repairing and building, giving us energy, or running chemical processes. As such, it is important to make sure that the body has a reliable supply of nutrients. Including adequate nutrients in your diet is an important factor, but…
Summer is the season for beach days and outdoor eating, but it’s also the prime season for juicy berries and crisp veggies. Healthy eating happens year-round and this is the perfect time to head out and visit a local Pick Your Own farm. Round up the family and head out to see where these delicious…
Cooking Oils With so many different types of cooking oils available it can be hard to know when to use which one. Oils have many uses when it comes to the foods we eat, whether it be a component of a salad dressing or used to actually cook our food. Different oils should be used…
Added sugars are present in many of the foods and drinks that we have daily, but they especially high in our beverages. The term refers to the additional sugar placed in food items to add sweetness or to preserve it. It spikes daily sugar intake and alters the way that naturally sweet foods taste. When…
There are numerous reasons for someone to try a milk alternative. Maybe they’re lactose intolerant and want to enjoy milk without the painful side effects of an upset stomach. Or maybe they want to try out a plant beverage for the seemingly endless amount of health benefits that they have. Milk alternatives contain many of…