The keto diet is everywhere. We see it online, on TV and all over grocery stores. You’ve probably been bombarded with countless keto advertisements. With all of the attention, there’s no doubt that millions of people want to try out the ketogenic diet. If everyone is talking about going keto, we all should try it…. Read More
Author: Amanda A. Kostro Miller, RD, LDN
Intermittent fasting is a big buzz-term on the Internet today. It’s been promoted for weight loss and diabetes. Maybe you’ve seen a friend or coworker on a fasting diet. Are these people crazy, or are they on to something? If you’re interested in learning about intermittent fasting, keep reading! Here, you’ll find out what research… Read More
Have you been coughing, sneezing or sniffling? Maybe you woke up with a scratchy throat. It seems that once we start getting sick, it’s then that we concern ourselves with how well our immune system is working. People often reach for an Emergen-C tablet, but if you’re already sick, that’s not going to help you. Immunity… Read More
You doctor may have told you that you need to lower your cholesterol, but how do you do that? In this article, we will discuss what cholesterol is and how to lower cholesterol naturally. What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance that your body uses for hormone production, digestion and vitamin D synthesis. Our… Read More
We tend to fall into the same cycle year after year. New Year’s brings upon New Year’s resolutions and lifestyle changes. If you’re like many people, however, New Year’s resolutions tend to be short-lived. Why is it that New Year’s seems to be the perfect time for making lifestyle changes for weight loss or better… Read More
If you suffer from a chronic runny nose, annoying nasal or throat itchiness, sneezing or other ambiguous symptoms that are similar to seasonal allergies, you may want to consider your histamine levels. While there can be a plethora of things that cause minor respiratory ailments and discomfort, this article will help you determine if histamines… Read More
If you’re looking for secret diet hacks for weight loss, bloating, lowering cholesterol and the like, then look no further! There are thousands of dieting hacks that are not backed by science, but we’ve got one that even registered dietitians can get behind: Fiber! What is fiber? We’ll lay it out for you in this… Read More
Did you know that your liver does hundreds of jobs for you (like 500 jobs)? That’s tons of work! Since your liver is one of the hardest working organs you have, you should support your liver to the best of your ability. Even though your liver tries its best to keep you healthy, there are… Read More
If you look on the Internet or talk to your friends, you may find that “sugar” is a trigger word in health and weight loss conversations. Sugar-free diets are all the rage on social media, around the water cooler and on television. Even doctors have written best-selling books on living sugar-free, so it’s not surprising… Read More
Gatorade commercials, coconut water ads and even your own mother may have told you that you need to “replenish your electrolytes” when you are drained, sick or exhausted. While many people may have heard of electrolytes, what are they? And, perhaps more importantly, are you getting enough? We’ll aim to answer your electrolyte questions so… Read More