There’s a plethora of reasons to eat pumpkin besides the obvious being that it’s absolutely delicious. Pumpkin, a member of the Cucurbitaceae (or gourd) family, is low in calories yet extremely nutrient dense. While being a provider of essential vitamins, pumpkin also has an extremely low glycemic index… before it’s …
If you haven’t heard of collagen by now, I’ll be blunt you are missing out! Interest in collagen has been at a steady increase in the health & wellness world over the past year…and for good reason! But, if this new trend has you wondering just what the heck this …
So, you’re ready to make some healthy changes in your day-to-day routine but not the whole 180° flip. The best place to start is….your diet! Fully embracing a healthy lifestyle is a BIG deal. At different times it can require patience, dedication, effort and even money. But, as with everything, …
No matter what type of diet you have, it’s important to maintain a healthy fiber intake. Why? Fiber promotes regular toxin and waste excretion and helps regulate the body’s sugar intake. That being said, most Americans don’t eat enough fiber.1 So, I’ve compiled a list of Vegan Fiber Sources that …
No meat? No problem! Though meat is a well-known source of protein, it isn’t the only. This is why it is OK that not everyone incorporates meat into his or her diet . . . you do not need meat to get your protein fill. There are tons of vegan …
It’s no secret that corn and the digestive system aren’t exactly best buds. But a lot of people ask the question: is popcorn healthy? The short answer is yes! Popcorn is healthy because it allows you to reap all of the nutritional benefits of corn but it’s easier for your …
I eat an apple on the daily. They’re my go-to snack because you know what they say—an apple a day keeps the doctor away! Green apples are my favorite not just for their flavor…but, their nutritional value too. There’s no denying that their crunch capacity is a factor, but the …
Soy is a popular food that’s become quite well-known in the health and wellness industry. Derived from soybeans, soy is commonly consumed in the form of an oil, protein or milk. The entire bean is also served in a dish called edamame. Soy has earned itself a reputation as a …
Salmon is the common name for several species of fish in the family Salmonidae. Other members of this family include ray-finned fish like trout, chars, freshwater whitefish and graylings! All salmonids spawn in fresh water; but, often spend a large part of their lives at sea. Salmonids return to the …
Nutritional yeast (also called ‘nooch’) is the new best thing. It’s a cheesy-flavored condiment that comes in the form of flakes. And it just so happens to be chock-full of nutrients! What is Nutritional Yeast? So what exactly is nutritional yeast? To put it plainly, it’s a non-active cultured strain …
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