There is nothing worse than starting an exercise program to burn fat, making some good diet changes, but still not seeing the results you want to see. Has that ever been you? It can be really frustrating — and be due to consuming foods that slow metabolism. The reason this happens, even though you think…
Depending on how you choose to use social media networks such as Instagram, your feed can either improve your habits and self-esteem, or potentially take a toll on your mindset. I believe one of the keys to using Instagram in a positive way is to follow like-minded health influencers and fitness influencers who provide you…
When building a natural skin care routine, most of us tend to focus on moisturizers, creams, serums and toners. While these are definitely important, the true secret to skin health goes beyond the surface. In fact, getting in a good variety of vitamins for skin — either through the diet or through supplementation — is…
Spicy food is featured in many different types of cuisines around the world, including Mexican, Indian, Latin, Caribbean, Thai and Chinese. If you're a fan of feeling warm and tingly inside when you eat spicy ingredients, you'll be happy to know that many hot-tasting foods — such as peppers, wasabi, mustard seeds and turmeric —…
Although it may sound like a complicated process, methylation is the basis for life. What does methylation do in the body? It helps embryos first develop and grow and then assists in gene expression, nutrient conversion and many other bodily processes. Methylation supports functions of the cardiovascular, detoxification and neurological systems, just to name a…
If you have a sweet tooth or rely on easy, portable snacks when you're out and about, dried fruit (like raisins, apricots and prunes, for example) is probably pretty appealing to you. Is dried fruit healthy? The truth is depending on how it's made, dried fruit can either be a good addition to your diet…
Whether you're looking for a sugary fix or something more filling that's made with nuts, seeds and whole grains, there's no shortage of granola cereal options in grocery stores. Considering it makes for a quick and easy breakfast when mixed with things like fruit or yogurt, it can be tempting to eat granola almost every…
Soup, glorious soup. It's such an easy way to start a multi-course meal or, paired with a side salad and sprouted bread, a simple lunch or dinner. And there's no better — or easier — soup than this onion soup recipe. You've likely had classic French onion soup at a restaurant or cafe but for…
Walnuts, which are full of omega-6 and healthy omega-3 polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), are not just a nutritious nut to snack on— they're also used to make a healthy cooking oil. Although walnut oil tends to be a bit pricier than other nut/seed oils, it's a good addition to your diet in small amounts, especially as…
By now, you've probably heard about and seen sprouted grain bread at the grocery store or farmers market. It may seem like a new dietary craze, but the methods used to prepare sprouted bread have existed for thousands of years. If you're looking for a healthier, more digestible and better absorbed type of bread, it's…
