Many nutrition professionals generally advise that a healthful, balanced diet can provide most people with the nutrients essential for good health. Fruit and vegetables naturally contain a number of beneficial nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, fibre, antioxidants and other biologically active components – or phytochemicals. In fact, it has been documented that consumption of at […]
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What is a ‘Health Halo’?
Healthy sounding claims are actually a marketing trick used by food manufacturers. Nutrition buzzwords – i.e. “natural, organic, paleo, low in calories/fat/sodium” – are intentionally used to help convince you to buy.
This concept is known as a health halo – the perceived healthfulness of a product based on a single quality or health claim.
And it works!
OpenMaking Meaningful Resolutions to Focus on your Health and Wellness
If you want to make meaningful goals for your diet and weight loss, focus on learning about everything that impacts your body related to your food consumption. It’s important to fully understand all of the components of your nutrition and how it affects your weight loss. Before starting a weight loss plan, make sure you have all the facts you need to set you up for success.
OpenHFLC vs. Keto Diet
Eat less carbs, eat more fat, and lose lots of weight – that’s all there is to following the super trendy keto diet, right? Not exactly. Replacing carb intake with fat is the hallmark of ANY high-fat low-carb(HFLC) diet – not just keto. Keto is one example of a HFLC diet, but not all low-carb diets are ketogenic. Read the blog to learn the key differences between HFLC and the keto diet to decide which meal plan type is best for your needs!
OpenCelebrating 2 Years in Business!
Our cozy little boutique studio is turning 2! It’s hard to believe that when we opened our doors January 2, 2017 that 2 years later we would have a community of incredible clients and friendships that have developed through a whole lot of sweat and hard work! Collectively we’ve shed pounds together and increased our […]
OpenHIIT: what is it – and is it really the best fat burning workout?
But, is HIIT really all it’s cracked up to be? And does it actually burn fat or is that just a myth?
When it comes to the research, the answer is YES!
One study compared MICT (Moderate Intensity Continuous Training) vs. HIIT and the effects that it had on visceral abdominal fat. The study found that both types of training reduced overall body fat; however HIIT did this in half the time. Half the time!! [1]
OpenMy Leaky Gut — “How Can It Be Leaking?!”
There’s A LOT of talk in the health world about gut health these days. You’ve probably even heard that the key to reversing a whole host of health issues, ranging from skin issues to serious autoimmune conditions, starts with healing your so-called leaky gut. Afterall, Hippocrates is famously credited with stating that “all disease begins […]
OpenHow Exercise Impacts Your Energy Levels
There’s a lot of amazing things going on in your body during a workout session. When you exercise, your body increases its production of serotonin, endorphins and dopamine — all of which are powerful mood boosters.
OpenLife “Hacks” of the Longest Lived People
You don’t have to become a strict vegetarian or vegan, but it’s important to eat a variety of plant foods daily – they contain fiber, vitamins, minerals, and powerful antioxidants that help decrease inflammation and protect you from chronic disease, like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
OpenFitness Fuel: What to Eat Before, During & After Your Workout
Skipping your pre- workout fuel is the equivalent of hitting the road with an empty gas tank. You may get off to a good start, but you’ll likely be running on fumes in no time.
When you feed your body with the right nutrients before your workout, you’ll be able to lift more, run longer & faster, and speed up your gains. Plus you’ll feel so much better doing it!
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