The weather is warming up, and it is starting to finally feel like spring. For many that means training for running or biking races, and triathlons begins. Proper nutrition and hydration is important to keep in mind for those training for events. Part of proper hydration includes replacing electrolytes – sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus and […]

Winter in the Midwest can be tough, and this winter has been especially brutal. It is easy to fall into a rut this time of year with exercise and food due to the cold and snow. March is quickly approaching, which means spring is right around the corner.  The availability and variety of fresh produce […]

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. is cardiovascular disease. Heart disease or stroke can occur at any age. February is Heart Month, which aims to bring awareness to heart disease and promote heart health. Younger individuals (35-64) are at a […]

You have most likely heard of probiotics and prebiotics, but what are they and do you need them? They are components of food that may improve health, specifically gut health. Gut health has been getting a lot of buzz lately, and for good reason – the gut’s bacterial composition affects us more than previously thought. […]

It is that magical time of year. The lights…the ornaments… the tinsel… the pomegranates? The pomegranate is actually a traditional symbol of Christmas in Greece. During the winter it hangs from trees like Christmas ornaments across the Mediterranean region. Pomegranates are in the spotlight as a ‘superfood’, and although no one food is super, pomegranates […]

You may have heard a friend talking about collagen, seen it on your Instagram feed, or read about all the impressive ways it can impact your health in your favorite magazine. First off, what is collagen? Secondly, does it live up to the hype? What is Collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in the […]

During September and October you may notice green balls on the ground around trees. Did you know that inside these green balls are walnuts? Black walnut hulls drop from the tree when they are ready to be harvested, once the green outer hull has softened and split. Unfortunately, many of these hulls are left to […]

Halloween is the time of year for spooky decorations, creative costumes and of course, candy. Many parents want their kids to have fun trick or treating, but don’t necessarily love the abundance of candy that comes with it. The candy itself isn’t bad, but the challenge can be how much is consumed and how often. […]

It is officially Fall, the air is crisp and cool, and pumpkin flavored foods are available everywhere. Pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin bars, pumpkin lattes, pumpkin pies, and the list goes on-and-on. Although many typical pumpkin treats are packed with added sugars and fats, pumpkin itself is a very nutrient dense fruit. Benefits of Pumpkin Pumpkin […]