There is nothing like biting into a juicy slice of watermelon on a hot summer day, or cozying up with some butternut squash soup as the snow falls outside. There’s a reason that people say certain fruits and vegetables “just taste better” during a season- because they do! Though the advancements that have taken place […]
Author Archives: Kathryn Hughes
In the numerous nutrition courses I’ve taken in the past three years, it all dwindles down to two things- macronutrients and micronutrients. Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals responsible for an endless amount of functions in our systems and come from a majority of foods. Macronutrients are the fats, carbohydrates, and proteins that make up the […]
It’s All in the Timing Alarm goes off. We snooze. We stretch. What’s next? The correct answer should be hydration. If you are getting the recommended eight hours of sleep at night, that’s eight hours without drinking water. The body requires proper hydration for a handful of things- digestion, brain function, energy, the list goes […]
7 Recipes To Try Before or After Your Cleanse Whether you are preparing your body for a juice cleanse, or have completed one and looking for some clean eating recipes, you’ve come to the right place. Cleaning up your diet prior to a juice cleanse or re-introducing foods can be an exciting way to pick up new cooking […]
Today’s Preparation is Tomorrow’s Results So you’ve found yourself in need of a cleanse. Whether you are generally a healthy eater but have recently fallen off the wagon, or you are a junk food fiend and looking for a kick start, doing a juice cleanse is beneficial to all. It can do wonders for your […]
We all love Beyoncé’s Lemonade, but what about lemon aid? This Asian originated fruit has been around for centuries but is often overlooked when one thinks about nutritious foods. With only 17 calories, a large lemon contains 45 milligrams of Vitamin C and 80 milligrams of potassium. The list of ways that lemons can be […]
Is It Worth It? The Answer is Yes! We have all heard about “going organic.” Numerous products are being labeled with the big green USDA ORGANIC sticker, but what does that really mean? Organic means to use natural fertilizers that are beneficial to birds and insects as well as the rotation of crops rather than using […]