In an effort to make popular packaged foods healthier, manufacturers began adding beneficial nutrients to help improve the nutrition profile of commonly consumed foods. Fiber is common added nutrient and manufactures will often heavily market the product as being high in fiber. (think fiber-added yogurt) However, there is concern that these isolated and sometimes synthetic […]

The holiday season is a magical time of year. But something to keep in mind this joyous holiday season as we head into the New Year… even though the season is magical; there is no magic pill, no new supplement, not never-heard-of-before secret that will will get you to your health & wellness goals. No […]

Not all smoothies are created equal! Smoothies, especially ones you get at a restaurant or a local juice spot, can be loaded with extra sugar in order for it to “taste good”.   The next time you are out and about and want to order a smoothie, keep these lower sugar options in mind. Or […]

Cooking oils are a great way to get healthy fats – essential to overall health – into your diet. Think of fat as our reserve, our long-term source of energy. It also helps us digest fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, E and K. It keeps our brains, cells, hormones, tissue, hair, skin and nails healthy. […]