Gut Health

Top 10 2024 Predicted Food & Drink Trends

Top 10 2024 Predicted Food & Drink Trends

As we roll into 2024, what better time to explore some upcoming food trends? I've reviewed the latest food trend data reports and drawn evidence from my professional life as a dietitian to share with you my predicted top food trends for 2024. Let’s dive in!

National Nutrition Month Must Haves

National Nutrition Month Must Haves

As a dietitian, I am always scouting for new products to recommend to my clients and my followers. This month is National Nutrition Month and it’s the perfect time to share some products I’ve been loving recently. Here’s a bit of everything - from kitchen pantry staples to supplements - all from BabbleBoxx! 

TOP 5 TIPS FOR EATING SEASONALLY TO OPTIMIZE NUTRITION & SUSTAINABILITY

TOP 5 TIPS FOR EATING SEASONALLY TO OPTIMIZE NUTRITION & SUSTAINABILITY

Eating seasonally is when we consume produce around its natural growing cycle. This cycle allows produce to become ripe naturally for a richer flavor and nutrition profile.

Gluten Free 101 + my favorite GF products

More and more people are discovering that they are either sensitive, allergic to, or just feel better avoiding gluten. Often, they are overwhelmed when it comes to what to eat and how to still enjoy their favorite (often gluten filled) foods.

Adaptogens to the Rescue

Adaptogens to the Rescue

With a mix of work deadlines, a pandemic, and personal life issues, it seems like it's almost the “norm'' to be stressed. What if there was another effective way to help your body adapt to stress? And all it took was a minute each day to add in?

My FAVE Bars for a Healthy Gut

My FAVE Bars for a Healthy Gut

As a registered dietitian, I'm always looking for more foods I can add into my diet to support a healthy gut. However, it's not always easy to find on-the-go gut friendly food options as so many convenience snacks are filled with artificial and inflammatory ingredients. Thankfully in this post today, I'm going to share with you one of my favorite EASY snacks that's filled with gut friendly ingredients, Zing Bars!

Postbiotics: the tiny secret to gut health (that no one is talking about)!

Postbiotics: the tiny secret to gut health (that no one is talking about)!

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, I'm sure you’ve heard how eating foods with probiotics can be beneficial for gut health. And maybe you’ve even read up on how a healthy gut can impact everything - from your skin, to your digestion and even your mood (hello, gut brain axis)! BUT - did you know that there is another contributor to gut health that no one seems to be talking about? Introducing: postbiotics.

Boosting Gut Health and Optimizing Adaptogenic Benefits

Boosting Gut Health and Optimizing Adaptogenic Benefits

As a dietitian, gut health is always on my mind! Did you know that 90% of the serotonin (the neurotransmitter that helps you to feel happy) in our bodies is made in the gut, not the brain?

One thing that promotes optimal gut function is the consumption of prebiotics. Prebiotics are short-chain carbohydrates in food that feed the friendly bacteria in your gut. This creates a balanced and happy environment.