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   When you think of losing weight you probably think of the physical aspects:  lifting weights, cardio, and eating.  However, a huge portion of weight loss is mental.  Talking with a wide array of people daily, I’ve noticed one thing is common in each one no matter how different they are:  it’s mental!  We oftenRead more

  From toddlers to older adults, yogurt is an easy and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by many!  Yogurt has many proven benefits including being a great source of calcium for strong bones, and is also believed to protect against gum disease as well as liver and bladder cancers.  However, not all forms are createdRead more

  Recent studies have shown that certain foods may increase your risk of depression.  In a 2009 study by the Journal of Psychiatry, researchers divided participants into two groups.  The first group was titled “Whole Food” which included participants that consumed lots of fresh foods including fruits, vegetables, and fish.  The second group was titled “ProcessedRead more

  The benefit of drinking energy drinks, such as Gatorade or PowerAde, for workouts weighs heavily on the amount of time and intensity of the workout.  If you are working out for weight loss purposes at a low to moderate pace for an hour or less, water should be your beverage of choice.  If you areRead more

 I’m sure most of us have heard in some way or form that eating food high in Vitamin A can help to improve our vision.  This is correct! Studies are showing that two carotenoids, a form of Vitamin A, are reducing the risk of serious eye conditions including cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.  LuteinRead more