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10+ Toppings for 10 More Grams of Fiber in a Day

At an average of 15 grams, most Americans are only 10 grams of fiber away from getting these huge benefits! But which foods are high in fiber, and what can you tweak in your daily routine to boost your fiber intake?

Posted byHalie OstbergMarch 8, 2019July 16, 2020Posted inBlogsTags: benefits of fiber, fiber, heart health, high fiber, longevity

Soy & Sex Hormones: What You Need to Know

Soy has the ability to influence our sex hormones, which means consuming it has a host of potential risks and benefits. Given the research, is consuming it a good idea?

Posted byHalie OstbergJanuary 25, 2019July 16, 2020Posted inBlogsTags: Diet & Mood, estrogen, evidence-based, Food & Mood, harmful ingredients, heart health, hormones, menopause, plant-based, protein, research-based, soy

Is Going ‘Keto’ Worth the Risks? (evidence-based)

By this point, we’ve all heard wild low-carb success stories. But are claims of fat loss, improved energy, and reduced bloating worth the risks an intense low-carb regimen brings?

Posted byHalie OstbergJanuary 16, 2019July 16, 2020Posted inBlogsTags: balance, blue zones, Carbs & Mood, Diet & Mood, evidence-based, healthy carbs, healthy eating, healthy habits, heart health, low carb eating, moderation, weight-loss

Beyond Chia Pets: All About Ancient Grains

Until relatively recently, the only reference to “Chia” in popular culture was the Chia Pet®. But what exactly makes ancient grains so healthy? How do you prepare them?

Posted byHalie OstbergJanuary 9, 2019July 16, 2020Posted inBlogsTags: ancient grains, chia, evidence-based, healthy carbs, healthy eating, healthy snacks, heart health, indigenous, Omega 3, omega 6, omegas, research-based

There’s Something Fishy About (Most) Fish Oil…

With so many fish oil options on the shelves and little FDA regulation, how can you know which ones are the highest quality?

Posted byHalie OstbergNovember 12, 2018July 16, 2020Posted inBlogsTags: functional foods, heart health, lower cholesterol, Omega 3, quality fish oil1 Comment on There’s Something Fishy About (Most) Fish Oil…
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