Spring Vegetables You Should Be Eating

Spring Vegetables You Should Be Eating

Spring is in the air, which means farmers’ markets and grocery stores will soon have a variety of healthy options. The trailblazing fruits and vegetables are called trailblazers because they are the ones that lead the season. Seasonal produce is healthy for...
The Keto Diet: What Is It and Does It Work?

The Keto Diet: What Is It and Does It Work?

The Ketogenic, or Keto, Diet is extremely popular. The origins of this way of eating go back to the low carbohydrate Atkins Diet that has been around for over 40 years. Many people follow this diet for a variety of reported health benefits. Let’s explore the keto diet...
Diabetes 101: Glycemic Index vs. Glycemic Load

Diabetes 101: Glycemic Index vs. Glycemic Load

After someone has been diagnosed with diabetes, their lives drastically change around one question: “What can I eat now?” The answer to that question is not the same for everyone with diabetes. For many, the answer lies in understanding the importance of...
Why You Need Carbs and When to Eat Them

Why You Need Carbs and When to Eat Them

Carbs sometimes get a bad reputation. This is typically from those who do not have a full understanding of how carbs are used. Carbs are, in fact, the body’s preferred energy source and are used for a variety of normal, basic functions. Like any other...
How to Cut Out Empty Calories

How to Cut Out Empty Calories

If you’re trying to have a healthier diet, one of the first places to start is getting rid of empty calories. Empty calories are calories that come from food with no nutritional value. Think soda and candy bars. These still count toward your daily calorie goal, but...