The two most valuable macronutrients to include in an athlete’s diet this basketball season. Athletes of all ages have increased energy needs due to their rigorous training and competition sched
New Year New Goals
Start 2023 off right by making steps to improve your overall health and wellness. Every New Year marks the start of new beginnings and new resolutions. A chance to change up your old habits and set yo
Feeling Thankful
New ideas, recipes, and traditions to add to your Thanksgiving feast this holiday season! Thanksgiving without a doubt is one of the most decadent holidays of the season. It is a day fully dedicated t
Surviving Social Distancing
As we adapt to our new “normal” for the next month or so, it’s important to continue with healthy habits to properly fuel our bodies. During this time of social distancing, we want to make sure we’re
New Year, New You!
New Year, New You! The New Year is often an inspiring time to create a ‘better’ or ‘healthier’ version of yourself. It is an opportunity to embark on the next 12 months with a clean slate and some New
Enhance Your Drinks
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
Milk Alternatives
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 tr
Better Snacking for Summer Break
Reprinted from bradfieldsportscomplex.co.uk Many of the snacks that kids enjoy eating have loads of sodium and added sugar in them. When these snacks become a regular part of their diets, serious heal
Food and Mood
Are you properly feeding your brain? Often people just associate food as something that influences our health – heart, brain, skin, eyes, immune system, digestive system. Although food does directly i
Understanding Nutrition Labels
Do you get stuck trying to decode these labels at the grocery store? The easiest way to know the contents of the food you are eating is to look at the nutrition label. In May 2016, the FDA released ne
