“Emotional eating” is triggered by stress, causing you to consume larger portions, or more unhealthy foods than you normally would. Food is the fuel that keeps the body running. Food is also a social thing; it should be fun, delicious and joyful! Finding the balance between eating what you need and eating what you want is essential for keeping health (and blood sugar) under … [Read more...] about Does Eating Really Relieve Stress?
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Fat Is Good, Sugar Is Bad – Research Continues To Prove The Truth
Decades ago, the sugar industry paid off Harvard scientists to lie about what roles sugar and fat play in your diet. Even though there was plenty of evidence to prove them wrong, these scientists chose to publish only the studies that supported their scheme. This is not a bold claim, see this New York Times story about the farce. And there are more. Their goal was to reduce or … [Read more...] about Fat Is Good, Sugar Is Bad – Research Continues To Prove The Truth
Heal Your Gut (And Your Body) With These Tips!
New research has shown that the foods we eat directly affect the bacteria in our gut, thereby having a powerful impact on the health of the entire body. When your gut works better, your body works better. The home of an estimated 100 trillion organisms, your gut is the “second brain” of your body. The gut does everything from transforming food into fuel for the body, to … [Read more...] about Heal Your Gut (And Your Body) With These Tips!
Snooze Food – Eat This, Sleep Better
If you are experiencing trouble sleeping, you’ve probably tried several remedies in an attempt to get some better quality zzz’s. Have you ever considered that there are foods in your kitchen that could help? It’s true! The nutrients in some foods can help is to relax. Before we talk about those sleep-helping foods, let’s quickly review a few foods and drinks to avoid before … [Read more...] about Snooze Food – Eat This, Sleep Better
Stay Cool This Summer With These Hydrating Foods
Cucumber contains the highest water content of any solid food – 96.7% in fact! Delicious in salads, sliced for dipping in hummus or pesto, or pureed with yogurt, ice cubes, and a touch of mint for a cool summer soup! Celery isn’t just full of water, it’s packed with Vitamins A, C, K and Folate. It’s low on calories, but high on delicious, cool crunch. Baby carrots are another … [Read more...] about Stay Cool This Summer With These Hydrating Foods