By: Rachel Nannola Legumes (AKA: beans) include kidney, pinto, white, black, and lima beans, as well as split peas, lentils, and edamame. A recent study has been done that shows how beneficial legumes can be for overall health and even weight loss. In one study done a group of participants who ate ¾ of a cup of legumes every day lost about ¾ of a pound more than a group of participants that didn’t eat legumes in diets that weren’t even geared for weight loss. Besides weight loss,… Read More →

Author: Wren Fair What do kale, blueberries, and flaxseeds have in common? They are all of course “superfoods” because even small servings of these foods provide a high concentration of beneficial nutrients. Another overlooked commonality is that these foods and many other health promoting foods are high in fiber. Fiber, often associated with bran cereals and supplements like Metamucil, can be found in all plant foods and is essential for optimal health. As the indigestible roughage of plants, fiber helps food move through our digestive system and plays and important… Read More →

By: Wren Fair Sugar appears to have become our new dietary villain. In the past few decades, the focus on lowering fat intake as a way to lose weight and promote health has largely backfired.  The fat content in many processed foods was simply replaced with sugar, which made them even more detrimental to our health. Watch this video for more information on how too much added sugar in your diet can be harmful:   While being mindful of added sugar is certainly a great way to improve… Read More →

By: Wren Fair March is National Nutrition Month, and fortunately this is also the time of year that all different kinds of colorful, nutritious produce become seasonal and more affordable! For optimal health, the USDA recommends that half your plate be comprised of fruits and vegetables.  Try and incorporate nature’s vast array of colors into your diet for the best nutrient benefit. There are so many different types of fruits and vegetables to choose from, you can easily find something you like!    We’ll have more information on each color group… Read More →