Bread is in my top five favorite foods on the planet. At home, it’s often a whole grain or sprouted grain bread, or one of the nutrient-rich gluten-free varieties that I talk about below. But just as often, it’s a crusty sourdough bread or fluffy, doughy, freshly-baked pita bread, preferably dipped in good olive oil. …
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Which milk is best for you?: A guide to non-standard milks
Cow’s milk has ample competition these days, surrounded by an every-growing array of ‘milks’ made from almonds, cashews, peas, oats, hemp and more. These plant-based milk alternatives make us feel like we’re doing something good for our bodies, but are they really any better for us? The answer is complicated. All varieties of cow’s milk…
Pedialyte Cure-All: Fact or Fiction?
Sports drink replacer, muscle cramping remedy, hangover cure. these are just a few of the ‘off-label’ reasons adults are turning to Pedialyte. And it’s not just by chance. Pedialyte’s bio on Instagram notes that it’s ‘Not just for kids, adults can use Pedialyte, too. Get the secret to advanced rehydration.’ In fact, nearly all of Pedialyte’s…
12 Trader Joe’s Finds Under $5
Looking for budget-friendly finds that are fast, easy, and – yes – still good for you? You’ll want to check out these Trader Joe’s finds that make it easier than ever to squeeze nutritional goodness into meals and snacks on the fly. For more on Trader Joe’s finds tune into my FUELED Wellness + Nutrition podcast…
Low Carb + ‘Keto’ Ice Cream Pints: How They Measure Up
Let’s start by saying, if ice cream is an occasional treat here and there, just have what you love, and savor every bit of it. But if ice cream is an everyday thing, it makes sense to find a better-for-you option that you also really enjoy. Here’s a summary of popular brands of low-carb and…
Ashwagandha: Health Benefits & How to Use It
Ashwagandha is having a moment. It’s been around as a dietary supplement for decades, but only recently has it received such attention, thanks to an abundance of research published over the last few years. Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb used in traditional medicine, meaning that it increases our resistance against physical, chemical, or biological stressors,…
