What’s the difference between Omega 3 and Omega 6 fats and what foods are they found in? Great question! Omega-3 and Omega-6 are both types of polyunsaturated fats, and they play important roles in our health. Here’s a simple breakdown: Omega-3 Fats: Sources: Found in fatty fish like salmon, mackerel, and sardines, as well as […]

So many protein powders… what to chose? Google it and you’ll find loads of info to sort through, so here’s a quick Coles notes comparison for you:   Whey Protein: Source: Derived from milk during the cheese-making process. Protein Content: High protein content, typically around 20-25 grams per serving. Digestibility: Fast-digesting, quickly absorbed by the […]

As soon as we think about losing a few lbs of body fat, what do we do? We look at how we can change our diet, right? Of course, what and how much we eat is a huge component of losing or gaining weight.  But there are, in fact, a few other factors that play […]

I know you’ve probably heard this before, but you need to hear it again… STRESS impacts your goals far more than you probably think – even if you don’t really feel stressed. Sometimes feeling stressed becomes so normal that we don’t even realize we’re stressed! [🤯 insert mind blow]   If you’re doing all the […]

Hey there, fellow energy enthusiasts! Let’s talk about those pesky mid-afternoon energy lulls that seem to hit us like a ton of bricks. Ever wondered why you suddenly feel like you need a nap after lunch? Well, the evidence suggests that dehydration might be the sneaky culprit behind these energy dips!   The Mid-Afternoon Slump: […]

If you’ve been following BUILD Nutrition for awhile, this may not surprise… The best way to ensure adequate electrolyte status day-to-day is to eat a whole foods diet that has plenty of foods rich in electrolyte minerals. Yup, that’s right. You can EAT your electrolytes! Foods like potassium-rich bananas and oranges, magnesium-packed nuts and seeds, […]

Looking for more ways to eat more veggies (when you don’t like veggies)? So you know that eating lots of veggies helps with weight loss, gut health, cardiovascular health, and like pretty much everything else!  Need a reminder, head on over to this blog. But what you really need is help with DOING it, right? […]

Looking for the best vegetables to eat for optimal weight loss? What if we told you that eating 3-4 cups of veggies every day could guarantee you’d rev up your metabolism and lose unwanted body fat?  Would you dive in to a bowl of kale everyday, even if you’re a die-hard veggie hater? Well… of […]

Searching for the secret to weight loss? If you’ve been following us here at Build for awhile, you’ve probably seen mention of insulin sensitivity as a contributing factor behind weight gain/inability to lose weight for some people.  While this may certainly be the case for some people who are struggling with their weight, we know […]

Summer is finally here, and what better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing and tasty salad? Salads are not only healthy and packed with nutrients, but they also offer a burst of flavors and textures that make them a perfect choice for a light and satisfying meal. Whether you’re looking for a […]