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Thrive Together: Why Group Challenges Are the Secret to Achieving Your 2025 Health Goals
Jumpstart your health journey in 2025 with a group challenge designed to build sustainable nutrition habits! This blog explores why working with a supportive group can accelerate your progress, keep you motivated, and help you ditch fad diets for lasting results. Learn about the benefits of habit-based approaches, expert guidance, and shared accountability to transform your health goals into achievements.
The Holiday Gut Health Toolkit: Supporting Your Digestion During Festive Feasts
Keep your digestion happy during the holiday season with these gut-friendly tips! From digestive bitters to mindful chewing, learn how to enjoy festive meals without the discomfort.
Healthy Holidays, Happy You: Simple Strategies to Stay on Track During the Festive Season
The holiday season can be a challenging time to maintain your health and wellness goals, but it doesn’t have to derail your progress. In this blog, we explore five practical tips to help you enjoy the festivities while staying mindful of your nutrition and well-being. From smarter indulgences to stress management techniques, discover how to navigate the season with balance and joy. Don’t let the holidays throw you off track—start the New Year feeling your best!
Is Stress Aggravating Your Guts?
Discover the intricate connection between stress and digestive health in our latest blog. Learn how chronic stress impacts gut motility, microbiome balance, inflammation, and enzyme production, which can lead to worsening common gut issues. Explore actionable strategies to break the stress-digestive cycle and improve overall gut wellness.
Nourishing Your Mind: The Power of Nutrition for Mental Wellness
Discover the powerful connection between nutrition and mental wellness. This blog explores how the right nutrients can enhance focus, stabilize mood, and support resilience. Learn why foods rich in omega-3s, balanced meals for steady blood sugar, and mindful eating habits are essential tools for mental health. Plus, get practical tips to start nourishing your mind through diet today.
Top 2025 Nutrition Trends to Watch For
Discover the top nutrition trends shaping 2025 in this blog post, including breakthroughs in personalized nutrition, sustainable eating, and innovative supplements. With a focus on holistic wellness, these trends highlight how the latest research can impact health, support balanced diets, and enhance daily routines. Stay ahead of the curve with insights on what's next in nutrition and find out how these shifts could benefit your health journey.
Reaching Your Health and Wellness Goals Before Year-End
As the year winds down, there’s still time to make strides toward your health and wellness goals. In this blog post, certified holistic nutrition consultant Megan Barefoot shares her top 10 tips for a fall reset that will help you stay on track. From prioritizing gut health and mindful eating to finding simple ways to reduce stress and boost energy, these tips are all about holistic, sustainable changes that make a big difference. Embrace the season and finish the year strong with these practical and achievable strategies!
A Seasonal Fall Harvest Guide: Eating with the Seasons
Discover the benefits of seasonal eating with this Fall Harvest Guide centred around Canadian produce. Learn why incorporating locally grown, nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables into your meals supports health, sustainability, and flavour. With a simple roasted vegetable recipe and practical tips, you'll understand how eating with the seasons can nourish your body and the planet.
Explore the importance of seasonal nutrition and get inspired to embrace the harvest this fall!
Optimizing Cognition, Sleep, and Stress Through Nutrition: A Holistic Approach
Discover how nutrition plays a critical role in boosting cognitive function, improving sleep quality, and managing stress effectively. This blog explores the science behind the mind-body connection and offers practical, holistic approaches to enhance brain health, support restful sleep, and reduce stress through mindful eating and nutrient-rich foods. Learn how balanced nutrition can positively impact your overall well-being and mental clarity.
Read more on how to nurture your brain and body through conscious food choices.
Snack Smart: Power Up Your Kids with Nutrient-Packed After-School Fuel
Wondering how to keep your kids fueled and satisfied after school without spoiling their dinner? This blog dives into the importance of nutrient-packed snacks, offering smart snack ideas that balance energy and nutrition. You'll also learn strategies to ensure healthy snacking doesn't interfere with their dinner appetite. Perfect for busy parents looking for easy, science-backed tips to support their children's health!
Back to school: The Epic Lunch Struggles Continue!
This week's blog is all about preparing your family for a healthy back-to-school season with easy-to-follow nutrition tips, lunch ideas, and snack suggestions. It emphasizes the importance of balanced meals, hydration, and involving kids in meal planning to set them up for success both in and out of the classroom. The blog also includes science-backed recommendations to help you make informed decisions about your family's nutrition as the school year begins.
Understanding Parasite Symptoms: A Holistic Approach and the Reality in North America
Parasites can be a hidden contributing factor to various health issues, even in North America. This blog delves into common symptoms of parasitic infections, including digestive problems, unexplained fatigue, skin issues, mental health challenges, and more. It also explores the healing journey of cleansing the body from parasites, detailing what to expect during this process, from detox symptoms to improved digestion and mental clarity. Preventative tips and maintenance strategies are provided to help avoid future infections. References from trusted sources like the CDC and WHO are included for further reading.
Understanding Gut Health: The Key to Overall Wellness
Gut Health: Understanding how to maintain a healthy gut microbiome can be a game-changer for your health. In this blog, we'll explore the importance of gut health, its connection to various bodily functions, and practical tips to support your gut microbiome.
Is a Plant-Based Diet Right for Everyone? Exploring the Benefits of Including Animal Foods
Is a Plant-based diet the right choice for everyone? Mainstream media might have you convinced but in this blog post, we will talk about why it might not suit every person and outline some of the benefits of having animal-inclusive diets.
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.
Grilling Veggies to Perfection: A How-To Guide for a Healthy Summer
Healthy summer eating can be simple! - We all know that summer is the perfect season to fire up the grill and enjoy the delicious, smoky flavors that come with outdoor cooking. Most of us likely associate the grill with meats, but vegetables can also be grilled to perfection, offering a healthy and flavorful addition to your meals. In this blog, we'll walk you through the how-to of grilling vegetables and share an easy recipe to get you started.
Want to Learn Clean Summer Eating? Afraid it Won't Taste Good?
Summer Clean Eating: Embrace the Season with Fresh, Hydrating, and Soul-Nourishing Foods - As the days grow longer and the sun shines brighter, the summer invites us to take advantage of the change in energy. I don’t know about you but for me, it's the perfect time to refresh my eating habits and nourish my body. Summer clean eating isn't just about shedding winter weight; it's about revitalizing our mind, body, and soul. Let’s dig into some hydrating foods, enjoy the freshest seasonal produce, and feed our souls with delicious, wholesome meals.
Embrace Summer Wellness: The Benefits of Incorporating Yoga into Your Workout Routine
Mental Wellness Awareness: Eating for Anxiety
Nutrition Tips for Managing Anxiety: In this blog post, we'll explore the connection between the foods you eat and anxiety. I hope to provide evidence-based nutrition tips to support mental well-being. From healthy habits to nourishing foods, incorporating these strategies into your routine can help manage anxiety and promote overall wellness.
Mindful Eating: Are you Ready to Savor the Flavor of Every Bite?
Mindful Eating: Embracing the Joy of Healthy Meals - In this blog post, I'll explore the concept of mindful eating, share tips for enjoying healthy meals without distractions, and introduce mindful cooking techniques to enhance the culinary experience.