If you think that hydration is boring, then it's time to think again because flavors come alive when you get creative! When it comes to proper hydration, the best place to start is by considering the human body. Normally, even children understand that since a body is >80% water in composition, it's super important to keep the water flowing in everyday. What children and most adults fail to realize is that hydration can come from many kinds of creative beverages and water isn't the only one. Also, this blog focuses on beverages for hydration but please remember that we get … [Read more...] about Delicious Hydration with a Recipe for Refreshing Orange and Mint Spritzer
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
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