Metabolism is one of those words many of us throw around without giving much thought to what it means or how it works. What is this elusive concept we blame for being “slow” (as we lounge at the beach instead of hitting the gym)? Put simply, metabolism is the process of converting the food (and… Read This Entry »
When we talk about what causes inflammation, we tend to focus on the unhealthy foods that are known to be triggers (and the healthy foods that can help reduce the condition). Diet, after all, is at the core of chronic inflammation, a process that we now know is the root of most chronic diseases. RELATED:… Read This Entry »
By Tiffany Lester, MD, for Parsley Health It’s hard to be healthy 100% of the time. When we find ourselves under a mountain of stress, we are a hundred times more likely to experience symptoms of burnout. Between work deadlines, a full social calendar, and family or relationship drama—maintaining a healthy diet and consistent exercise… Read This Entry »
We don’t talk about weight loss often. Instead, we embrace the idea that if you live a well-rounded nutritious life 24-7, a healthy weight will naturally follow. But no matter the approach we preach, everyone wants to know how to lose ten pounds. Look, we get it. Maybe you had a particularly stressful month, leading… Read This Entry »
20 years ago, Andy Levine biked from Switzerland to the South of France. In Burgundy, he discovered one of his favorite benefits of biking. “Because you’re working it off on the bike, you get to enjoy more food and wine!” he says. That trip inspired him to create DuVine, a cycling and adventure company that… Read This Entry »
While it’s an ancient, Eastern healing modality, acupuncture is now pretty well accepted as an effective treatment for many modern ailments. Especially since more people are thinking about health and wellness from a more holistic point of view, a perspective that’s at the core of Traditional Chinese Medicine. “There are aspects of health that are… Read This Entry »
Here’s a fun fact about celebrity trainer Holly Rilinger: She’s not a fan of road biking. That’s despite the fact that she built a crazy-loyal following of fans while on a bike…albeit, the indoor kind. Rilinger is currently the creative director (and a top instructor) at growing indoor cycling brand Cyc Fitness. She’s also a… Read This Entry »
By Elisa Haggarty for Parsley Health Chronic stress is associated with every chronic disease. It lays the foundation for hormone imbalance and inflammation. According to the American Psychological Association, 75% of adults reported experiencing moderate to high levels of stress in the past month. Nearly half reported that their stress has increased in the past… Read This Entry »
These healthy eats may not have the draw of bubbling mac ‘n cheese, but they’ll deliver much better results, especially over the long-term. Think of a calming effect that delivers focus and energy rather than the need for a nap. Read This Entry » Read This Entry »
The founder of OMG. I Can Meditate!—an app filled with guided meditations that address specific life challenges—shares a fast way to find Zen. Read This Entry » Read This Entry »
By Christine Anenberg, NLC Meal prepping is one of those things you keep saying you should do, but then you never seem to actually make it happen, right? It can be challenging and stressful (another thing on the to-do list) to plan out and then find the time and motivation to cook… Read This Entry »
How rewarding is it when you set out to lose weight and it actually works?! In the beginning, you set your mind to it and the weight started to come off. At first the weight dropped off steadily, and then there probably was a little weight loss plateau, but then you felt better than you… Read This Entry »
By: Lauren Roxburgh The lymphatic system is truly a forgotten hero in our amazing bodies. By getting to know your lymph system you can help eliminate cellulite and jumpstart your weight loss goals! Basically, it’s the garbage disposal of our bodies, it’s responsible for filtering our system and eliminating toxins which is incredibly important for… Read This Entry »
Three day weekends. They’re all about your favorite F words: friends, family, food, and fun. You know the drill. But it’s amazing how an extra 24 hours makes it so easy to overdo everything and turn what could’ve been a chance to press the reset button on your life into a hangover-filled, sleep-deprived, food-coma weekend…. Read This Entry »
I know I’m not alone in my mad love and passion for the beach. A lake is fine. A river is nice too. But, c’mon, there is nothing like the ocean to completely reinvigorate a bod and a soul. When it comes to living a Nutritious Life, I speak to my clients about stressing less,… Read This Entry »
by Molly Rieger, RD, NLC and Leah Silberman, RD, NLC Your morning just began and your inbox is already inundated with emails, reminding you that there’s no end in sight to your “to-do” list. You’re supposed to go grocery shopping after work, but at this rate you’ll be lucky if you even have time to… Read This Entry »
My mission in life is to help as many people as possible take their nutrition up as many notches as possible, so they can live their most Nutritious Lives. It’s really that simple. Everyday I seek opportunities to help me accomplish my mission, and weigh opportunities that are presented to me to help me do… Read This Entry »
Having some quick, go-to weeknight meals in your repertoire is a MUST if you’re a busy person. So yep, that’s pretty much everyone. Like, everyone. I get asked all the time what’s the best way to lose weight, and one of my answers is…to always be prepared. I know the Scouts coined it, but I’m totally… Read This Entry »
by Ronni Pitiger, NLC So exactly what are essential oils and why is everyone talking about them? Well, I’ll tell you. I used to think of essential oils as something that would evoke the woodstock generation, but there is so much more to discuss than your love or hate of the smell of patchouli. … Read This Entry »
One of my clients is a model student. Her food journals are impeccable. Her hard work is admirable. If she isn’t in it to win it, nobody is. Recently we were looking at her food journal and matching it to her weight log. We noticed that over a month long period, her food, exercise,… Read This Entry »
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