Do you stress out before, during, or after a grocery trip? Do you worry that the nutrition you choose isn’t what you really want and need? Is Grocery Shopping Hard for You, Nutritionally Speaking? In the most basic way, good nutrition begins at the grocery store because what goes into your cart also goes into you. With all good intentions of buying quality nutrition in an amount we will use and not waste, many of us feel lost while at the store. For some, the hardest part is buying too much and for others, spending too much. For some, it’s feeling frazzled and disorganized. For … [Read more...] about The Hardest Part about Grocery Shopping, Nutritionally Speaking
Foods that are Good for Your Brain
If you want to have a healthy brain, and who doesn't, then there are some delicious foods you will want to enjoy often. More and more research these days focuses on brain health. There's never a guarantee, of course, but taking care of your brain can lower the risk for conditions like Alzheimer's disease, other dementia, cognitive decline, and memory loss. The good news is that nutrition and other lifestyle habits such as physical activity and getting adequate sleep can keep your brain healthier. Foods that are Good for Your Brain Take a look at this yummy food list and then add … [Read more...] about Foods that are Good for Your Brain
3 Things Everyone Can Do for a Healthier Gut
It's no fun to feel the bloating, gas, and pain that comes with GI upset. These strategies can help everyone with better gut health. Sometimes with food and nutrition, there are easy behavior shifts or slightly different food choices that can make a big difference and with gut (GI) health this is the case. When symptoms are severe, then medical-nutritional therapy may be diagnosed as a potential solution. When symptoms are mild yet bothersome then being proactive to address the problem is super smart. So, here are 3 things everyone can do for a healthier gut. 3 Things Everyone Can Do for a … [Read more...] about 3 Things Everyone Can Do for a Healthier Gut
Snack Ideas for Mediterranean Nutrition
Snacks can be nourishing nuggets that boost energy with refreshing flavor. These have a Mediterranean nutrition twist, too! There are hundreds of foods that can be made into snacks, or mini-meals, and many of them are nutritious. When you really want to 'hug' Mediterranean nutrition though, the snacking possibilities are even more delicious and refreshing. And, since they're made from simple Mediterranean ingredients, your health can benefit at snack time, too. Mediterranean Ingredients for Delicious Snacks: Here are 20 examples of ingredients that deliver top quality nutrition. When … [Read more...] about Snack Ideas for Mediterranean Nutrition
Tea is a Healthier Hot Beverage
Are you a fan of tea because of its flavor or because of its antioxidants and hydrating qualities...or, both? Sometimes, a food or beverage that's been around for centuries turns out to be a super good choice. Tea happens to be one of the best beverage choices you can make. Here's why: 10 Fun Facts About Tea All true tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. The first tea was 'discovered' in 2737 BC, in China, per Chinese legend. In the 16th Century, tea made its way to Europe via the Portuguese. In the early 20th Century, an American accidentally invented the first tea bag, … [Read more...] about Tea is a Healthier Hot Beverage
Salad Tips from the Grocery Store
One healthy choice for breakfast, lunch, or dinner is a salad and the grocery store has tons of ways to jazz it up. Salads are a food choice that spans a wide range of colors, textures, and nutrition. There's nothing wrong with relying on them, meal-after-meal, and yet getting in a rut with what's in your salad can make it more-or-less boring. So, let's explore how to jazz them up with some ingredients from your everyday grocery store. Find Salad Ingredients at the Grocery Store and Then Try Them All Fresh Produce All varieties of triple-washed greens such as spinach, baby kale, … [Read more...] about Salad Tips from the Grocery Store