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The Health Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet
What is the Mediterranean Diet? The Mediterranean diet does not involve a specific standard diet, rather it refers to the traditional eating habits in the countries bordering the Mediterranean sea1. 16 countries border the Mediterranean, and each of them contributes...
Dieting VS Disordered Eating – When Do You Cross The Line?
When someone is on a diet, they are eliminating certain food and/or food groups from their meals to typically attain a certain goal - whether that includes losing weight, managing their diabetes, preventing heart disease, gaining muscle, and more. So what is the...
Which Type of Magnesium Supplement Should I Take?
Magnesium is a key mineral for our health and well-being and is involved in several important functions in the body. Many individuals find that taking a daily magnesium supplement has many health and wellness benefits. Why Do I Need a Magnesium Supplement?...
May Is National Strawberry Month
May is National Strawberry Month - and there are many reasons to celebrate this delicious berry! The strawberry originated in Europe in the 18th century. Strawberries are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and plant compounds which may benefit heart health and...
Should You Add Dressing to Your Salad?
Did you know that only 1 in 10 adults eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables? 1. People feel like it is easier to add fruits to their diet because of their sweet flavorful taste. On the other hand, people struggle to eat vegetables due to the taste of...
Should You Have Artificial Sweeteners?
Many people have begun switching out their favorite products for the “sugar-free” alternatives in order to not spike blood sugar and help manage their weight. These artificial sweeteners contain sugar substitutes in place of sucrose (also known as table sugar). These...
The Benefits of Chia Seeds
For some people, when they hear the word "chia" they instantly think of a Chia Pet with green "fur" growing out of it. While chia seeds are great at decorating clay figurines, they also provide our bodies with many benefits! They come from a plant called Salvia...
How to Navigate Eating at Fast Food Restaurants
Here in the United States, it is very common to find fast-food chain restaurants on every corner. We live in a fast-paced world, which can require us to pick fast-paced foods. It can be convenient for many people and can also be delicious. But should convenient, fast...
Simple Tips to Eat More Vegetables!
While everyone has different health needs, the majority of people would benefit if they would eat more vegetables. Vegetables have a plethora of health benefits. They contain fiber which helps keep you feeling full longer and is great for your heart and gut (1). They...