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Thanksgiving Recipes You Must Try This Year!

November 16, 2021

For the past few Thanksgivings, I've become more adventurous in the dishes I make for the holiday (just don't ask me to make a whole turkey please; I'm not there quite yet!). Whether you're celebrating at home or with friends and extended family this year, I've curated a handful of my favorite easy and delicious dishes that will make everyone fight over who gets to take the leftovers home! Butternut Potato Puffs I absolutely love creamy mashed potatoes, but I love pumpkin and squash even more. Combining the two is a match made in heaven as far as I'm concerned. I like that this recipe cuts the heaviness of potatoes with silky butternut squash puree. It adds texture and a slightly more interesting flavor than regular potatoes alone....

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Level Up With Our Favorite Drink Supplements

Nicole Hopkins

September 22, 2021

Nutrition

Supplements are a great way to add a little extra oomph to your diet. Not all supplements are created equal, though, so you have to choose the ones you decide to use carefully. It's always wise to do plenty of research into the ingredients and chat with your doctor before adding anything new to your regimen. I personally like finding supplements that I can either drink on their own or add to my smoothie or water bottle. I'm terrible at remembering to take vitamin pills during the day, but I never forget to sip water or drink my smoothie! Since there are so many supplement pills, drinks, and powders on the market, I've rounded up a few that I think give great results. This will provide you...

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What to Eat Pre- and Post-Workout

Julia Zakrzewski

August 4, 2021

Nutrition

There are many different approaches to fuelling your body to optimize your workout. Depending on what type of exercise you complete, and how long, the nutrition recommendations will vary significantly. Read on to learn how you can incorporate nutrition tips into your physical activity routine, and improve your performance! Before the workout Your body will need lean fuel. Avoid eating anything high-fat and deep-fried before a workout. For these foods to be properly digested, your gut needs to devote all of its energy to break down these foods. This will strain your digestive system while you work out because while you are exercising, blood flow to your gut decrease. The blood is redirected to your muscles, and they are supplied with fresh oxygenated blood. To avoid upsetting your...

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My Favorite 3 Ways to Brew Hot Coffee

Nicole Hopkins

June 26, 2021

Nutrition, Top Picks

I'm a coffee snob, and I'm okay with admitting that. I haven't owned a regular drip coffee maker in years because there are just so many other fun and delicious ways to brew hot coffee! If you're stuck in a coffee rut, or you just want to try something different, switching up your brewing method might be exactly what you need to fall in love with coffee all over again. Here are three of my favorite ways to make a delicious cup of hot coffee. French Press The French press has gotten popular over the past few years because you can also use it to froth milk (hello, at-home latte!). I love French presses because they deliver a much richer, more flavorful cup of coffee than a drip...

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Family Dinners: Seasonal Recipes Grown-ups and Little Ones Will Eat Up

Nicole Hopkins

May 26, 2021

Nutrition

If they're available to you, opting for fresh, in-season fruits and veggies is a great way to add some variety to your usual meal rotation. Below, I've rounded up five delicious recipes that the whole family will love, and each one utilizes fresh spring produce! Australia’s Best Recipes Chicken Avocado Fettuccine Even little ones will love this dish! Fresh avocados lend a silky, creamy texture to the pasta sauce, and the seasoned chicken on top offers your family some healthy proteins. The recipe calls for pine nuts, which I love (who doesn't enjoy a little crunch with their creamy?), but if your kids aren't a fan, you can always serve them in a dish on the side so that everyone can add exactly the right amount. Betty...

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3 Must-Try Recipes Involving Coffee

Nicole Hopkins

April 28, 2021

Nutrition

Anyone who knows me at all knows just how much I love coffee. I will try anything coffee-related at least once, and I'm always looking for new ways to enjoy my favorite drink. Over the years, I've found several delicious recipes that incorporate coffee in one way or another. Some are sweet; some are savory, but all are good enough to earn a place in my recipe folder. Today I'm going to share three of my favorites with you! Farm Flavor Coffee Glazed Pork Ribs Coffee is just as good in savory dishes as it is sipped straight from your favorite mug. A bold, flavorful coffee can add amazing depth and complexity to savory dishes, especially if you're using it on meat. This recipe combines strong coffee with brown...

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Dietary Supplements to Support your Immune System

Julia Zakrzewski

April 21, 2021

Nutrition

With the 2019 coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, it’s especially important to understand that no supplement, diet, or other lifestyle modification other than physical distancing, also known as social distancing, and proper hygiene practices can protect you from COVID-19. Currently, no research supports the use of any supplement to protect against COVID-19 specifically. Before you take a supplement, consult with your health care provider to ensure it is a safe option for you. Some supplements may negatively interact with prescribed medications. Now more than ever, we are all focused on maintaining a vigorous immune system. Vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants are all supporting players that keep our immune system healthy. Consuming these nutrients through food in the diet is ideal. However, there are scenarios where certain food groups are missing...

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Adventures in Arugula: 9 Must-Try Recipes

Bradley Matthews

April 7, 2021

Nutrition, Top Picks

We’ve made it. It’s spring again and that means there is some beautiful and vibrant produce to check out. Enjoying fresh foods in season is a great way to help shake things up throughout the year. Let food spark a memory, honor a tradition, or create a new habit! Now especially seems like a great time to create new traditions for ourselves and our loved ones. Different foods and recipes can shake up a mundane week and keep things interesting. Introducing new flavors could also help you move past the last year by jolting your tastebuds awake with new experiences. An ingredient I’ve been inspired by lately is an old standard - arugula. Arugula is a fun, easy way to spice up the ordinary. It’s got a...

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3 Supplements for Fat Loss (and One To Avoid)

Staff Editor

April 1, 2021

Nutrition

If you have ever looked for a quick way to lose weight, you’ve surely encountered the following. Restrictive diets Detoxes and cleanses Extreme workout plans Miracle foods Overhyped supplements The list of fat loss hacks that over promise and under deliver is endless. But there are some supplements with a good track record that can “nudge” your body in the right direction when it comes to fat loss. Now keep in mind that these supplements are not going to “blast the fat” off of your body — no supplement can. But if paired together with reducing your overall food intake and maintaining an active lifestyle, they can provide a little bit more fat loss than you would have got without them. Here are our top 3 suggested supplements...

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What Do You Really Know About Organic Foods?

Staff Editor

February 24, 2021

Nutrition, Top Picks

Since it landed in the aisles of Whole Foods, organic foods’ meteoric rise in sales has been seemingly unstoppable. If organic food was a company on the stock market, you would be kicking yourself for not investing earlier. When asked why they prefer organic, many respond by saying “It’s healthier” or “it’s just better for me”. But what do we really know about the organic foods we eat? Let’s dive into some lesser-known facts about organic foods. What You Should Know About Organic Foods The organic standard is relatively young. Before the organic standard was established in the US, any company could slap an “organic” label on its product. The confusion this caused consumers eventually led to an official standard being set by the USDA in February 2001. Is organic...

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