Elderberry vs Blueberry: Uses, Benefits, and How to Eat
In this comprehensive comparison of the two berries, we’ll look at the nutritional content, benefits, differences, and how to serve them to your family!
Chia vs. Chai: What’s the difference between them?
Are chia and chai the same food? No, they are very different! Chia seeds are tiny and nutritious, perfect for babies starting solids! Chai tea is a spiced Indian tea.
30 Best Gift Ideas for a Dietitian or Nutritionist
Looking for a gift for your dietitian or nutritionist friend? I have the perfect list of 30 gift ideas, perfect for any occasion!
How to Reduce Inflammation With Simple Diet Changes
Medication can help manage inflammation and sometimes medication is necessary, but if pain and immobility caused by inflammation can be controlled, or at least reduced by dietary changes, why not give it a shot? There is a great deal of evidence showing positive dietary changes can have a significant positive impact on inflammation.
Reasons You May Need a Vitamin D Supplement This Winter and How to Choose One
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that we make by exposing our skin to the sun or through dietary intake; but the sun’s rays aren’t always strong enough to produce vitamin D and few foods are sources of vitamin D. So, a supplement may be needed. Environmental factors such as where we live greatly influence vitamin D production through the sun.
The Six Classes of Nutrients and Why You Need Them
By the end of reading this post you should understand what the six classes of nutrients are and the general importance of each. Let’s begin!
How Much Protein Do You Need?
Learn how to calculate your own protein needs and why you may need more than the recommended amount…
9 Easy Tips to Reduce Your Sodium Intake
Sodium. A mineral that can make food taste so good! Like fat and sugar, most people consume plenty of sodium without even trying. Roles of Sodium fluid, acid-base, and electrolyte balance the primary ion for maintaining proper fluid balance outside cells muscle contraction nerve transmission (neurons communicating to each other) Unless you’re an athlete who…
Quick and Easy Tips to Increase Fiber Consumption
It’s no secret that most Americans don’t eat enough fiber. The recommended daily intake is 14 grams(g)/ 1000 calories which equates to ~25g/day for women and ~35g/day for men. Why should we worry about consuming fiber? Well, fiber can improve our health and quality of life in a number of ways. Fiber contributes to a…