Do You Know the Difference?

With social media becoming a primary source for nutrition tips and dieting ideas, it is essential to know where the information originates from and who is telling the story. The best individual to give valid, trustworthy nutrition information is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, or RD or RDN for short. An important fact is that...

National Nutrition Month – NNM 2021

March is always noted as National Nutrition Month® (NNM) by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND). Every year the AND determines a new theme for NNM, which focuses on tips and ideas for focusing on healthy tips and tricks to improve nutrition and increase physical activity. The theme for 2021 is: Personalize...

Exercise and Immunity

Boosting immunity remains at the forefront of everyone’s mind, with the uncertainty of COVID-19 still present. Although certain foods and supplementation play a key role in immunity, did you know that exercising can provide a much-needed boost to your immunity?  As little as 20 minutes per day can make a difference. Believe it...

Is Anyone Listening

Have you ever had a conversation with someone and wonder if they have heard what you said? Conversely, have you ever had a conversation with someone, and you thought you were listening but never really HEARD what they said? Did you realize that there is a difference between listening and hearing?   The dictionary defines...

Finding Your Best Energy

Do you find yourself feeling sluggish midday and looking for a pick me up? Perhaps you should try focusing on eating something that might boost your energy. Some foods can provide a pick me up and help you feel more energized as the day goes on. Including foods that provide several of the following:...

Searching for a Better Night’s Sleep

What is something that we all love, that might not always be a priority, but we could all use it more? The answer is sleep! Everyone needs it, and everyone achieves a great night’s sleep differently. Time, temperature, location, lighting, and how we spend the hours awake will contribute to the quality and quantity of...