As published in Impact Magazine, March/April 2016         Runners are prone to depleted energy glycogen stores, blood sugar instability, increased inflammation, and reduced immunity, especially during heavy training phases.   Restoring diminished fuel sources immediately upon waking with a balanced, whole foods breakfast helps reduce disease-causing inflammation and foster improved immunity – […]

Green tea extracts are promoted for both weight loss and sports performance. But, do they actually work? And more importantly, are they safe? You may have heard about some serious side effects, and even deaths attributed to the use of green tea supplements.We still see green tea supplements on the shelves, so what’s the story? […]

  Originally posted in March 2017, updated in May 2020 with even more awesomeness.   Eating on a budget can be easy, delicious, and nutritious. Here’s how! People often cringe over the perceived extra cost of eating healthy—especially when on a budget. Organic foods, fresh produce, and quality meats can quickly add up. But with […]

  The Anti-Bloat Super Soup! Download your full color printable recipe here!   Asparagus and celery are both natural diuretics.  Asparagus has high levels of the amino acid asparagine, which serves as a natural diuretic, and increased urination not only releases fluid but helps rid the body of excess salts. Celery contains an odourless compound […]

  Originally published in February 2017, updated with even more awesomeness in October 2019!   Coach Ashley’s favorite! Here’s why… Pumpkin Fosters Liver Health & Hormonal Balance Pumpkin and its seeds contain a wide variety of forms of anti-oxidants, with a bioavailability greater than others. They also contain the mineral antioxidants like zinc and manganese, […]

  Download or print your easy recipe here.   An ample 1/2 cup of this fresh and clean salsa will only add 25 calories to your plain chicken breast or fish fillet, but TONS of flavour!  

  Branched-Chain Amino Acids Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are named for their structure and include leucine, isoleucine, and valine. They are essential nutrients and are important to athletes because they stimulate the building of protein in muscle. [10] Benefits of BCAAs Improved recovery in days following exercise A 2010 study found that consumption of 100mg […]

CREATINE: WILL IT HELP ME REACH MY FITNESS GOALS? Is just about everyone taking creatine to help them reach fitness goals? Creatine is, actually, the most popular ergogenic (athletic-enhancing) supplement in history! And there is always new research coming out about it. I mean ALWAYS. If you don’t have the time or desire to sift […]

  Asparagus contain a special phytonutrient called saponins, which have have repeatedly been shown to have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. They’ve also been associated with improved blood pressure, improved blood sugar regulation, and better control of blood fat levels. Asparagus also contains high levels of the amino acid asparagine, which serves as a natural diuretic, […]

  First published in January 2017, updated and made even more awesome November 2019 Do you know what some of the most basic and vital of processes in the human body depend on – processes like building DNA,  message signalling in the brain, and detoxification in the liver – METHYLATION (a biochemical process in the […]