Do you know what one of the biggest culprit behind weight gain, poor energy, frequent sick days, and low mood is? It’s blood sugar instability. And just because you’re not diabetic doesn’t mean you’re in the clear from the effects of mild to moderate blood sugar imbalance. Sugar instability is being recognized as one of the […]

Several studies provide insights into how sugar consumption can influence immune function, particularly regarding inflammation and the body’s response to pathogens. Here are a few of those studies and articles: Ask Dr. Sears: This resource outlines how consuming high amounts of sugar (75 to 100 grams) can suppress the body’s immune responses. Simple sugars like […]

Anyone who doubts the relationship between sugar and mood need only spend an evening with a child who’s consumed a candy bar and a can of soda pop!   Here’s the Scoop on Sugar and the Brain Constant Glucose Supply is Key: The brain requires a steady supply of glucose to function optimally. However, when […]

Oh, the age-old debate: to carb or not to carb? Well, if you’re dreaming of building mountains of muscles and staying lean in the process, you might want to buddy up with carbs. Here’s the scoop on why carbohydrates are a must-have in your muscle-building and fat-burning arsenal.  Let’s get into the good stuff that’ll […]

  Easy & Healthy Banana Loaf 2 ripe bananas 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk 2 cups almond flour 3 eggs 2 tsp baking powder Preheat oven to 350F and line baking loaf pan with parchment paper, alternatively use silicone loaf pan. In a bowl, mash banana with the back of a fork or potato masher. […]

I’ve worked and played in the fitness and wellness space since my early twenties.  That’s over 30 years now, and I’m happy to say, still going strong! Despite all these years in the industry, and over a decade now practicing exclusively as a nutritionist – there’s something that’s always evaded me…   Why is it […]

When I was a kid, camping meant eating non-stop junk food.  Hot dogs, potato chips, s’mores… it was amazing, but if I ate like that all weekend now, my gut wouldn’t like it so much.  Nor would my waistline, energy levels, sleep quality, performance… (getting older and wiser isn’t always fun!) But who wants to […]

  One of the things I used to miss out on the most when committing to my diet was enjoying a cold refreshing drink on patios with my friends during the summer  Sound familiar? Well, not anymore! Having a cold beverage in your hand is such an ingrained part of our social culture. So… social […]

I love data.  I love evidence-based objective science when it comes to nutrition and wellness. But I’m actually not at all good at weeding through it.  So when I find an expert who does that part of it for a living AND is able to share that science with his audience in a down-to-earth relatable […]

I’m sharing my meal prep favs with you today – stuff I use all the time!   1. Baking Sheets Easiest meal prep ever – throw everything on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil and s&p, and bake until done. I LOVE one pan meals – so simple!  (psst: we have an […]