August marks National Wellness Month, a time to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with habits that support physical, mental, and emotional health. While wellness is a year-round pursuit, this month is the perfect opportunity to intentionally check in with how you're caring for your body and mind. Here are five powerful habits to help you reset, recharge, and elevate your everyday well-being:
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!
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.
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.
We all hear about the benefits of antioxidants, but what are they really?! Generally speaking, antioxidants include some vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients “aka plant chemicals”. These compounds help to stop cell and DNA damage, thus slowing down aging, fighting off disease, and boosting immune function. Today we are digging deep into one specific antioxidant called Astaxanthin.
