Harness the Power of Healing: Embrace Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Optimal Health
In the pursuit of a vibrant and healthy life, the role of nutrition cannot be overstated. One key aspect of a well-balanced diet is its ability to combat inflammation, a common denominator in various chronic diseases. Incorporating anti-inflammatory foods into your daily meals can be a powerful strategy for supporting overall health and well-being. In…
Unlocking Your Health Goals: The Vital Role of Sleep in Weight Loss
n the quest for better health and achieving weight loss goals, many individuals focus on diet and exercise, often neglecting one crucial factor that can significantly impact their success: sleep. Sleep is often dubbed the “missing piece” of the health puzzle because it plays an indispensable role in regulating various aspects of our physical and…
The Beauty of Collagen Protein: Why It’s More Than Skin Deep
When it comes to protein, most people think about muscle building and recovery, but there’s another essential player in the protein game that often goes unnoticed: collagen protein. Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and it plays a crucial role in not only maintaining the health and integrity of our skin,…
A Beginner’s Guide to Tracking Calories and Macronutrients
Embarking on a journey to improve your nutrition and overall health is an admirable and rewarding endeavor. One of the essential tools in your arsenal is tracking calories and macronutrients. This practice can help you gain a better understanding of what you’re eating, make informed choices, and achieve your health and fitness goals. In this…
Adjusting Your Food Intake for Pregnancy
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are not times when we should be focusing on dieting and weight loss. We should focus on nourishing our bodies and our babies. During pregnancy, some of the vitamins and minerals we need more of include: B vitamins Calcium Iodine Omega 3 Selenium Zinc Most of these vitamins are part of prenatal…
Micronutrient Concerns with Common Diets
There are many different ways of eating out there. From gluten vegan to paleo, many of us have tried several different ways of dieting for general health or losing weight. In this blog post, we are going to explore some of the common ways of eating and what micro-nutrients may be deficient in them. Gluten-Free…
Struggl-ein with Protein?
One of the biggest struggles we see clients facing is with meeting their weekly protein intake goals. Protein is hands down the most important macronutrient for the average person, and it only increases in importance for those with athletic performance or body composition goals. The reason being, it stimulates muscle protein synthesis; getting enough protein…
Keeping Fruits and Veggies Crisp
Isn’t it frustrating when you’ve spent an absurd amount of money buying fresh produce, just to throw a bunch of it away after what feels like only a couple of days because of mould or rot? And then the guilt that comes with wasting food hits you, and you’re wondering why adulthood is so difficult……
Oil Pulling 101
If you’ve never heard the term “oil pulling,” then you’re more than likely scratching your head right now and asking how one “pulls” a liquid, and more importantly, why? To put it simply, oil pulling involves swishing oil around the mouth, using it like a mouthwash. If you’re still confused, we don’t blame you. Oil…
What is Body Composition Testing?
It can be frustrating to step on the scale and see no change, but while it’s natural to want objective feedback on your progress, body weight shouldn’t be your main focus. Body composition testing uses in-depth measurement tools to calculate lean mass and body fat. It is a preferred method for accuracy and can be…
