adaptogens

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?

Top 6 Beverage Trends for 2021

Top 6 Beverage Trends for 2021

A new year means new trends in the nutrition world! This post is part two of my round up of predicted nutrition trends for 2021. If you haven’t already, you can read part 1 all about food trends for 2021. In this post I’ll explore the top 6 beverage trends you can expect to see in 2021.

Top 6 food trends for 2021

Top 6 food trends for 2021

Whew! We finally made it out of 2020! While the world is still recovering from a pandemic, and quite possibly the most stressful year in our lifetime, I wanted to start the new year on a lighter note exploring what I think will be the top 6 food trends of 2021.

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.