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How to Stick to Healthy Nutrition While on Summer Vacation
Megan Barefoot
How to Stick to Healthy Nutrition While on Summer Vacation
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot
Embrace Summer Wellness: The Benefits of Incorporating Yoga into Your Workout Routine
Megan Barefoot
Embrace Summer Wellness: The Benefits of Incorporating Yoga into Your Workout Routine
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot
Mindful Eating: Are you Ready to Savor the Flavor of Every Bite?
Megan Barefoot
Mindful Eating: Are you Ready to Savor the Flavor of Every Bite?
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot
Overcoming Bloating and Discomfort: Tips for Getting Started
Megan Barefoot
Overcoming Bloating and Discomfort: Tips for Getting Started
Megan Barefoot
Megan Barefoot

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Outdoor Nutrition Tips: How to Stay Energized, Hydrated, and in Tune With Your Body This Summer
Energy, Outdoors, Summer Megan Barefoot Energy, Outdoors, Summer Megan Barefoot

Outdoor Nutrition Tips: How to Stay Energized, Hydrated, and in Tune With Your Body This Summer

Summer adventures call for smart fueling! Whether you're hiking, biking, or just soaking up the sun, your body needs the right balance of hydration, electrolytes, and real food to stay energized and avoid heat-related stress. In this blog, we share simple, practical nutrition tips to help you listen to your body, fuel your fun, and feel amazing outdoors.

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Boost Your Energy Naturally: Simple and Fun Outdoor Activities for Body and Mind
Energy, movement, Outdoors Megan Barefoot Energy, movement, Outdoors Megan Barefoot

Boost Your Energy Naturally: Simple and Fun Outdoor Activities for Body and Mind

Looking for a natural way to boost your energy and mental clarity? Step outside! In this blog, we explore simple, fun, and research-backed outdoor activities that can re-energize your body and calm your mind. From nature walks to forest bathing and backyard yoga, these ideas will inspire you to move more, stress less, and thrive—naturally.

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Top 10 Energy Boosting Foods You Need in Your Diet
Weight Loss, Energy Megan Barefoot Weight Loss, Energy Megan Barefoot

Top 10 Energy Boosting Foods You Need in Your Diet

Tired of the 3 PM slump? Skip the sugar crash and fuel your body with foods that actually energize. At No Shoes Nutrition, we’re diving into what your body really needs to stay focused, fueled, and feeling good — and it all starts with what’s on your plate. From protein-packed nuts and magnesium-rich greens to gut-loving Greek yogurt and antioxidant-rich berries, these 10 powerhouse foods help stabilize blood sugar, support brain function, and deliver lasting energy.

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Beat the Afternoon Slump: Natural Ways to Boost Energy Without Sugar or Caffeine
Energy, Weight Loss, anti-inflammatory Megan Barefoot Energy, Weight Loss, anti-inflammatory Megan Barefoot

Beat the Afternoon Slump: Natural Ways to Boost Energy Without Sugar or Caffeine

Feeling drained by 3 PM? You’re not alone. The afternoon energy slump is a common dip tied to our natural circadian rhythm—but it doesn’t have to derail your day. In this blog, holistic nutritionist Megan Barefoot shares six simple, science-backed strategies to boost your energy naturally—no extra caffeine required. Learn how to support your body’s rhythm with smart nutrition, hydration, better sleep, and movement so you can power through your afternoons feeling focused and vibrant.

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Why You Are Always Tired: 8 Common Energy Zappers and How to Fix Them
Gut Health, Energy, anti-inflammatory Megan Barefoot Gut Health, Energy, anti-inflammatory Megan Barefoot

Why You Are Always Tired: 8 Common Energy Zappers and How to Fix Them

Why You Are Always Tired: Common Energy Zappers and How to Fix Them
Feeling constantly exhausted, even after a full night's sleep? This blog from holistic nutritionist Megan Barefoot uncovers eight surprising energy zappers that could be draining your vitality—from blood sugar crashes to hidden nutrient deficiencies. Learn simple, natural fixes to boost your energy, support your microbiome, and feel like yourself again—without relying on caffeine or quick fixes.

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How To Know If You Have Parasites!!
2024, anti-inflammatory, bloating, Energy, Gut Health, Liver Support, Microbiome, Nutrition, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, bloating, Energy, Gut Health, Liver Support, Microbiome, Nutrition, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot

How To Know If You Have Parasites!!

Understanding Parasites: Symptoms, How to Avoid Them, and Natural Solutions - While the thought of parasites may conjure images of tropical diseases, these unwelcome guests can and do affect people all over the world, including right here at home. I believe it’s important for everyone to understand the symptoms of having parasites and to have some simple steps to take to begin to address them for better health.

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Overcoming Bloating and Discomfort: Tips for Getting Started
2024, anti-inflammatory, bloating, Digestion, Energy, Gut Health, Holistic, Inflammation, intestinal discomfort, Microbiome, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot 2024, anti-inflammatory, bloating, Digestion, Energy, Gut Health, Holistic, Inflammation, intestinal discomfort, Microbiome, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss Megan Barefoot

Overcoming Bloating and Discomfort: Tips for Getting Started

Unlocking Gut Health: Say Goodbye to Bloating and Discomfort - In this blog post, I’m going to get to the root of the bloating and discomfort, explore the desires for feeling energized and vibrant, and address the fears of never finding a solution. I’m not going to just stop there however! I am going to provide five simple strategies to help alleviate these issues and promote gut health.

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Trying to Stay Low Carb? Low on Energy? Here's Why!
2023, Action, Carbohydrates, Energy, Glycemic, Gut Health, Holistic, Natural, Nutritionalist, Vegan Friendly, Vegetarian, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot 2023, Action, Carbohydrates, Energy, Glycemic, Gut Health, Holistic, Natural, Nutritionalist, Vegan Friendly, Vegetarian, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot

Trying to Stay Low Carb? Low on Energy? Here's Why!

Best Complex Carbohydrates for Endurance - In our fast-paced lives, maintaining energy levels throughout the day is essential for staying productive and focused. While quick fixes like sugary snacks may offer a temporary energy boost, they often lead to energy crashes. This is why so many people have jumped on the keto bandwagon, but after a while, they find it difficult to stick to, and they begin to have energy fluctuations.

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Still Scared of Fat? Here's Why you Need it for Stress!
2023, Action, Adrenal System, Brain Health, Coaching, Energy, Fat, Gut Health, Healthy, Health Food, Holistic, Inflammation, Natural, Nutrients, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Practical Nutrition, Stress, Treat Yourself, Wellness Megan Barefoot 2023, Action, Adrenal System, Brain Health, Coaching, Energy, Fat, Gut Health, Healthy, Health Food, Holistic, Inflammation, Natural, Nutrients, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Practical Nutrition, Stress, Treat Yourself, Wellness Megan Barefoot

Still Scared of Fat? Here's Why you Need it for Stress!

In today's fast-paced world, stress has become an inevitable part of life. From work demands to personal challenges, stress can take a toll on our physical and mental well-being. Fortunately, there's a natural and delicious way to combat stress: healthy fats. In this blog post, we'll explore the numerous benefits of incorporating healthy fats into your diet to help mitigate stress.

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Better For You Than Antacids: Managing an Underactive Stomach Naturally with DGL
2023, Action, Adaptogens, anti-inflammatory, Coaching, Digestion, Energy, Food Sensitivities, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Health Food, Holistic, Inflammation, Natural, Nutrition, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot 2023, Action, Adaptogens, anti-inflammatory, Coaching, Digestion, Energy, Food Sensitivities, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Health Food, Holistic, Inflammation, Natural, Nutrition, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot

Better For You Than Antacids: Managing an Underactive Stomach Naturally with DGL

In a world where antacids are a quick fix for digestive discomfort, we often overlook the importance of a properly functioning stomach. An underactive stomach, medically known as hypochlorhydria or achlorhydria, can be the underlying factor in a myriad of digestive issues. In this post, we'll explore the signs and symptoms of an underactive stomach and introduce you to a natural solution, DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice), to manage these concerns.

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What Are Your Cravings Telling You?
2023, Awareness, Coaching, Energy, Health, Health Coach, Hydration, Cravings, Whole Foods, Wellness, Weight Loss, swaps, Simple Food, Self Care, Practical Nutrition, Personalized Plan, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Nutrition, Natural, Mindfulness Megan Barefoot 2023, Awareness, Coaching, Energy, Health, Health Coach, Hydration, Cravings, Whole Foods, Wellness, Weight Loss, swaps, Simple Food, Self Care, Practical Nutrition, Personalized Plan, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Nutrition, Natural, Mindfulness Megan Barefoot

What Are Your Cravings Telling You?

Do you ever find yourself reaching for a snack or craving a specific food, even when it's not mealtime? Surprisingly, what you might be interpreting as hunger could actually be your body's way of signaling thirst and the early stages of dehydration. In this blog post, we'll explore the connection between hydration and cravings, shedding light on why your body sometimes confuses thirst for hunger.

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Camp Food Conundrum - Can I Eat Healthy While Camping?
2023, Action, Activity, Change, Energy, Family Health, Fitness, Food, Health Coach, Health Food, Healthy, Holidays, Holistic, Hydration, Mental Health, Motivation, Mindfulness, Natural, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist Megan Barefoot 2023, Action, Activity, Change, Energy, Family Health, Fitness, Food, Health Coach, Health Food, Healthy, Holidays, Holistic, Hydration, Mental Health, Motivation, Mindfulness, Natural, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist Megan Barefoot

Camp Food Conundrum - Can I Eat Healthy While Camping?

Staying Healthy While Camping - My family gets out in the great outdoors camping almost every weekend from April till October. We are lucky to live close to the Rocky Mountains and love the freedom of the great outdoors! Let’s be perfectly honest though, eating healthy at the campsite is not always easy.

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Cholesterol – The Good, The Bad, The Awesome?
2023, Brain Health, Cholesterol, circulation, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Family Health, Goals, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, High Fiber, Holistic, Hypertension, Inflammation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot 2023, Brain Health, Cholesterol, circulation, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Family Health, Goals, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, High Fiber, Holistic, Hypertension, Inflammation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot

Cholesterol – The Good, The Bad, The Awesome?

March The Month of Myth Busting – Is Cholesterol Bad? - This month No Shoes Nutrition is exploring dietary myths and the first myth we want to debunk is the worry around  dietary cholesterol. Let’s talk about cholesterol - why we have it, what it’s good for and when we should worry about cholesterol levels.

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2023, Action, anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Chocolate, Coaching, Diet, Emotional Eating, Emotions, Energy, Fermentation, Food, Goals, Health, Health Coach, Healthy, Holistic, Hydration, Inflammation, Mental Health, Microbiome, Motivation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Stress, Weight Loss, Wellness, Winter Blues Megan Barefoot 2023, Action, anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Chocolate, Coaching, Diet, Emotional Eating, Emotions, Energy, Fermentation, Food, Goals, Health, Health Coach, Healthy, Holistic, Hydration, Inflammation, Mental Health, Microbiome, Motivation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Stress, Weight Loss, Wellness, Winter Blues Megan Barefoot

Do You Eat Away the Winter Blues?

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Feel Good February
2023, Awareness, Coaching, Diet, Emotions, Emotional Eating, Energy, Fitness, Food, Goals, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Inflammation, Mental Health, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Motivation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Personalized Plan, Practical Nutrition, Routine, Self Care, Self Love, Wellness, Winter Blues Megan Barefoot 2023, Awareness, Coaching, Diet, Emotions, Emotional Eating, Energy, Fitness, Food, Goals, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Inflammation, Mental Health, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Motivation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Personalized Plan, Practical Nutrition, Routine, Self Care, Self Love, Wellness, Winter Blues Megan Barefoot

Feel Good February

Lots of Love in February - Are you Feeling Good? Who is done with winter? Those of you out there who love winter, I commend you, but for many of us by February we are tired of the cold, icy sidewalks, snow-covered roads, and gray. The enchantment of winter around the holidays in December has long worn off and we are left with this feeling of impatiently waiting for spring to arrive, while knowing that in Calgary winter could easily continue into April.

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February Is About Love - What About Self-Love Through Nutrition?
2023, Accountability, Action, Adrenal System, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Back On Track, Binge Eating, Brain Health, Certified, Coaching, Diet, Digestion, Emotional Eating, Energy, Food, Gut Bugs, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Inflammation, Mental Health, Micro-flora, Microbiome, Motivation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Self Care, Self Love, Stress, Treat Yourself, Weight Loss, Wellness, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot 2023, Accountability, Action, Adrenal System, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Back On Track, Binge Eating, Brain Health, Certified, Coaching, Diet, Digestion, Emotional Eating, Energy, Food, Gut Bugs, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Inflammation, Mental Health, Micro-flora, Microbiome, Motivation, Nutrients, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Self Care, Self Love, Stress, Treat Yourself, Weight Loss, Wellness, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot

February Is About Love - What About Self-Love Through Nutrition?

When we think of February many of us think of Valentine's Day which makes us think of love. Love can come in many forms and one of the most important is how we love ourselves and what we do to show ourselves love. Eating a healthy and balanced diet can be an important part of self-care and self-love and can help you feel physically and emotionally well.

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Dry January – Yea or Nay??
2023, Accountability, Action, anti-inflammatory, Back On Track, Brain Health, Certified, Cleansing, Coaching, Cocktails, Detoxification, Drinks, Energy, Goals, Health, Gut Health, Health Coach, Health Food, Healthy, Holidays, Holistic, Hydration, Mental Health, Microbiome, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Self Care, Sleep, Stress, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot 2023, Accountability, Action, anti-inflammatory, Back On Track, Brain Health, Certified, Cleansing, Coaching, Cocktails, Detoxification, Drinks, Energy, Goals, Health, Gut Health, Health Coach, Health Food, Healthy, Holidays, Holistic, Hydration, Mental Health, Microbiome, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Self Care, Sleep, Stress, Weight Loss, Wellness Megan Barefoot

Dry January – Yea or Nay??

Dry January is a movement that encourages people to abstain from drinking alcohol for the month of January. It is often seen as a way to reset one's relationship with alcohol after the excesses of the holiday season and to improve one's health and well-being.

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It's January Let's Jump Into Movement
2023, Accountability, Action, Activity, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Back On Track, Change, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Fitness, Food, Goals, Health, Health Coach, Health Food, Healthy, Holistic, Hydration, Keto Friendly, Mental Health, Manifestation, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Motivation, Muscles, Nutrition, Nutrients, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Paleo Friendly, Self Care, Routine, Sleep, Stress, Vegetarian, Vegan Friendly, Weight Loss, Visualization Megan Barefoot 2023, Accountability, Action, Activity, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Back On Track, Change, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Fitness, Food, Goals, Health, Health Coach, Health Food, Healthy, Holistic, Hydration, Keto Friendly, Mental Health, Manifestation, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Motivation, Muscles, Nutrition, Nutrients, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Paleo Friendly, Self Care, Routine, Sleep, Stress, Vegetarian, Vegan Friendly, Weight Loss, Visualization Megan Barefoot

It's January Let's Jump Into Movement

January is the month where people embark on new health goals for the year, and exercise is often one of those goals. However, it can be tricky to know how to effectively incorporate exercise into your life so that is not just a January trend, but a year round practice. So how does one develop the habit to be more physically active and build it into your daily lifestyle?

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Hating Your Current Diet? - Don't Miss This!!
2022, Accountability, Action, Activity, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Certified, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Family Health, Fitness, Food, Fresh Food, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Hydration, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Natural, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot 2022, Accountability, Action, Activity, anti-inflammatory, Awareness, Certified, Coaching, Diet, Energy, Family Health, Fitness, Food, Fresh Food, Gut Health, Health, Health Coach, Holistic, Hydration, Microbiome, Mindfulness, Natural, Nutrition, Nutrition Coach, Nutritionalist, Nutritionist, Practical Nutrition, Weight Loss, Wellness, Whole Foods Megan Barefoot

Hating Your Current Diet? - Don't Miss This!!

What your diet doesn’t teach you- Part 2 - By Nicole Gibson Diets focus on avoidance- they only discuss what you “need” to exclude- and yet there are many more factors that need to be addressed in order to achieve sustainable weight loss and lead a healthy life.

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