Blog categorized as Nutrition

The One Nutrient 95% of Americans Are Lacking (and Why It Matters)
When trying to improve your diet or lose weight, you’re often met with countless opinions about what to eat, what not to eat, and even when to eat. It’s understandable that healthy eating can sometimes feel overly complicated.

But what if there were a single nutrient you could focus on increasing? On...

Bigger Bites & Bolder Claims: What Your Food Isn’t Telling You

Take a look at a muffin from your local coffee shop. Then Google a photo of a muffin from the 1990s.


Spoiler alert: one of them could probably double as a softball.


Over the past few decades, our food hasn’t just changed—it’s grown. Portion sizes have increased so gradually that we barely noticed. A...



Making Every Bite Count

Nutrient-dense foods are those that are rich in essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber, relative to their calorie content. Examples include whole grains, fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, lean meats, and seafood. These foods provide the building blocks your body nee...

8 Mood Boosting Foods To Brighten Your Day

Ever had one of those days where you just want to curl up with a tub of ice cream to soothe your troubles? We've all been there. As tempting as those indulgences may be, sugary and salty comfort foods provide only temporary relief from stress. 


To really make a positive difference in your mood a...


Hydration 101
Water is vital for our bodies to function. Water brings nutrients and oxygen in and out of the cells in our body, and without water, these cells would die. About 60% of our body weight is made up of water.
Understanding Cholesterol

Last Updated: June 19, 2026

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance naturally produced by your body.  It is used to build cells and certain hormones and, in the proper amounts, supports good health.

 

Cholesterol comes from two sources:


1.  Your liver

2.  Foods derived from animals


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Clean Eating On a Budget

Last Updated: June 18, 2026

Eating a healthy, balanced diet can sometimes feel out of reach due to cost, especially with the rising prices at the grocery store. Still, there are many ways you can make nutritious meals without breaking the bank. Check out these four tips for eating well on a budget an...