Sometimes, the path to changing our way of eating or just our desire to get healthier lies within our own minds. The conversations that we have inside our heads is just as powerful as any addictive chemical we put into our bodies (I'm lookin' at you sugar and oil!). For instance, have you ever had… Continue reading Change Your Words
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Sodium Makes You Hungry
I'm sure everyone's heard how salty foods make you thirstier, right? Well, a longterm study about sodium intake that took place in Germany, has scientists questioning that. As it turns out, increased sodium intake does not increase one's thirst nor does it make one urinate more. But, researchers have found that intake of too much… Continue reading Sodium Makes You Hungry
(Don’t) Blame it on Genetics?
Look out -- this could be a trigger concept for many people so read at your own peril! "Doctor says that since my mom had diabetes and her mom had it, that I'll probably get it, too." "My whole family is chubby, it's just genetics... we look at a brownie and just gain weight!" "I'm… Continue reading (Don’t) Blame it on Genetics?
Life Isn’t Like a Box of Chocolates
To start, that box of chocolates is hazardous to your healthspan. But, seriously. I think life is more like a jigsaw puzzle. Think about it. What's the first thing you always do when you start a new jigsaw puzzle? Well, if you're like me and my family, we always dig around and find those straight-edges… Continue reading Life Isn’t Like a Box of Chocolates
Always Judge Food by Their Labels
Oh, the slight of hand is real with our food. No worries, I'm here to help you out a little. First, though, here's some stuff that you might not know about your food labels: If it's labeled "100% Organic" all that means is that it must contain AT LEAST 95% of organic ingredients. Yeah, 95%… Continue reading Always Judge Food by Their Labels
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