The Health Benefits of Walnut Oil
You’d be nuts not to include walnuts and walnut oil as a part of your diet. Walnut oil has been used for thousands of years, and for a good reason – its health benefits will make you want to spread walnut love.
The Anti-Nutrient You’re Likely Eating Daily
Phytic acid is found in many popular foods, including oats and nuts. It’s considered an anti-nutrient, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s all bad.
How (and Where) Nutrients are Absorbed
Did you know that 95% of the serotonin in your brain comes from your gut? In this blog, learn how your small intestine works to break down foods, and what to do if it’s a little leaky.
Glucosinolate: A Cancer-Preventing Compound
What is Glucosinolate? Glucosinolates are compounds found in cruciferous vegetables that contain the mineral sulfur. The scent most commonly associated with rotten eggs, sulfur presents itself in a more subtly bitter flavor and pungent aroma in these foods.
Is Expensive Olive Oil Worth It?
From cooking meat, fish, and vegetables to dipping crusty bread, there are dozens of ways to enjoy olive oil. While its price point might cause some to shy away, there’s a lot that goes into making this oil superior that might explain the sometimes lofty cost.
Surefire Ways to Improve Your Circadian Rhythm
Your internal clock, or better known as your circadian rhythm, is the timekeeping system your body has to regulate your daily cycles.
How to Lower your Cholesterol
As if the world of nutrition wasn’t confusing enough, we’ve been hearing lots of mixed rumblings lately about cholesterol. One of our dietitians, Sam, figured she’d do a little myth-busting for you and put some of these questions to rest, once and for all.
5 Easy Ways to Reduce Food Waste
We have all been there – you open your fridge, and at the bottom of your vegetable drawer you see the uneaten, wilted, slightly molding broccoli stalks, lettuce, and other vegetables you had every intention of eating this week.
3 Levels of Exercise
Whether you’re kickstarting your exercise regimen or simply maintaining your health goals, it’s important to understand the different levels of exercise.