Contributed by: Michaela Scroggins, M.S., CPT-NSCA Do you suffer from chronic aches and pain? Did you know you can escalate pain within the body by simply consuming the wrong foods? Foods that are processed, have preservatives, sugar, or hormones will cause inflammation in the body. In fact, these foods can be the root cause of …
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Contributed by: Carol Kline Sweet potatoes are naturally sweet AND they help improve regulation of blood sugar. If you’re trying to cut down on sugar, the sweetness of a sweet potato may fool you into believing it’s bad for your pancreas; however, sweet potatoes can help improve blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes, …
Contributed by: Michaela Scroggins, M.Ed., CPT-CSCS Are you suffering from allergies, the common cold, or are your mornings lacking energy? Here is an easy tip that is just a squeezes away; by simply adding lemon to your water every morning you can bring numerous benefits to your body. Lemon is rich in nutrients like potassium, …
Contributed by: Shellie Billingsley, NASM-CPT Identifying different types of hormones is important in understanding the various ways these chemical messengers influence our health. A very important hormone is Leptin. When struggling with weight, it is important to know what leptin and leptin resistance is, what contributes to leptin resistance, and what you can do to …
Contributed by: Laurel Dierking, M.Ed., NFPT, 200YT One of the most challenging times to keep up with good nutrition is when traveling. Whether it is for a short trip or an extended stay, you are oftentimes at the mercy of the local eateries or hotel continental offerings when traveling. Although this can be a challenging …
The Benefits of Dark Chocolate Contributed by: Carol Kline Dark chocolate holds many benefits; cacao’s health benefits are related to natural compounds in the bean, including epicatechin, which has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and resveratrol, known for its neuro-protective effects. Keep in mind that there are certain things to look for when selecting chocolate, look …
Contributed by: Amanda Albiar, NCSF-CPT “Eat everything in moderation” seems like a pretty healthy approach to eating. Trying new foods to open up your taste buds and not depriving yourself of dessert may seem like a balanced approach to healthy eating; however, it may actually cause you to both gain weight and increase your risk …
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Comfort Foods- Shepherds Pie Contributed by: Michaela Scroggins, M.S., NSCA-CPT I am a lover of comfort food, especially Shepherd’s pie! This is a dish that is usually loaded with mashed potatoes, corn, bread, and cheese! The problem is that these ingredients are loaded with fat and can cause an inflammatory response. Here’s a tasty …
Contributed by: Shellie Billingsley, NASM-CPT, NPTI Intensity and duration play a huge role when determining what to eat before and after a workout, and there is no exact formula that fits every individual. Listed below are suggested guidelines regarding pre- and post-workout snacks to help you fuel properly before and after exercise since it’s best …
Contributed by Carol Kline DID YOU KNOW? • The gelatin found in bone broth is a hydrophilic colloid that attracts and holds liquids, including digestive juices, thereby supporting proper digestion • Bone broth reduces joint pain and inflammation courtesy of chondroitin sulfates, glucosamine, and other compounds extracted from the boiled down cartilage • Amino acids …
