My journey to living a plant-based eating lifestyle all began with a baby’s poopy diaper. A few years ago, my infant son began having bowel movement problems. At the time, I was breastfeeding and my pediatrician recommended cutting dairy out… read more
Nutrition
Is Activated Charcoal Actually Safe to Ingest?
From black lemonade to charcoal lattes, activated charcoal has become a trendy addition to the menus of cafes and juice bars. This “black magic” has gained popularity due to its purported detoxing abilities. However, does it really live up to… read more
Make Butternut Squash a Fall Produce Staple!
Of all the fall vegetables, butternut squash is one of the most versatile and beneficial, and it’s actually a fruit! Botanically speaking, butternut squash is a fruit because it has seeds and grows from the flower of a plant, but… read more
The Stunning Symmetry of Romanesco
You may have walked past this green, prehistoric looking Cruciferous plant laying peacefully among the cauliflower, broccoli and radishes and questioned its existence. Is it real? Is it edible? Should I explore? We are here to tell you… you should! … read more
Late Night Snacks That Ruin Your Sleep
Next time you think about raiding the fridge or pantry for a midnight snack — stop and think twice. Eating too close to bedtime isn’t generally a good idea, but certain types of foods can make the effects even worse.… read more
Are Supplements Actually Worth It?
Walk into any gym or scroll through fitness Instagram, and it can feel like everyone has a supplement stack. Powders, capsules, gummies, drops — each promising more energy, better recovery or faster results. But how much of it actually works,… read more
What Happens to Our Bodies As We Age?
Unless we are Benjamin Button, we will continue to age forward with each day and year that passes. With good genes and good habits, we will live a very long and prosperous life. But, that doesn’t mean our body and… read more
Make Your Water More Exciting
You’ve been hearing it your whole life — you should be drinking eight cups of water per day. But, is this actually true? We all have different body compositions, so how could our necessary water intake be universal? It isn’t.… read more
5 Nutritious Egg-less Breakfast Ideas
Breakfast is the most important and, arguably, the most delicious meal of the day. Although the first thing that comes to mind when we hear breakfast is typically eggs, there are plenty of high protein and healthy breakfast options that… read more
How To Use Portion Control to Stop Over-Eating
When we are faced with a big plate, the first instinct is to keep piling on food until the dish is full. However, when we eat all of that food, we are often eating more than is necessary. Determining the… read more