If you’re no stranger to the “health & fitness” world of the internet, it’s likely you’ve heard the terms “tracking macros”, "flexible dieting", or the infamous “IIFYM" (if it fits your macros). But are you familiar with exactly what it means, and if it’s actually beneficial or not for YOU? Here we discuss what macro-tracking is, its pros and cons, and other important insights such as who may enjoy it or who should avoid it altogether! What is "Macro-Tracking"? "Tracking macr

Did you know the cause of nutrient deficiencies can go deeper than just dietary lack? Let's talk NUTRIENT DEPLETERS and how they could be affecting your vitamin & mineral status! Vitamins & minerals are essential nutrients required for maintaining the proper function of several hundred reactions in the body. For example, thanks to these nutrients, we’re able to do things like: fight infections heal wounds regulate hormones maintain bone strength repair cells protect eyesigh

Do you regularly suffer from nagging symptoms such as fatigue, trouble falling/staying sleep, weight gain, or constantly feeling STRESSED no matter what you do... ...but have never been able to figure out WHY ? If so, it may be time to talk about ADRENAL FATIGUE . But first, what are the Adrenal Glands? The adrenals are two small, triangular-shaped glands which rest atop each kidney and are part of the endocrine system. Together with the hypothalamus, pituitary & thyroid glan

Learning more about synthetic pesticide exposure can be an overwhelming pill to swallow. But treating it as an opportunity to take better control of your and your family's health is a HUGE step in reducing exposure to some of the many toxins we're exposed to on the daily. Doing what we can to take even the smallest of baby steps in the right direction is one of the simplest and easiest ways to help us get there! What are Pesticides? Pesticides are chemical compounds used to d

Protein is an essential macronutrient required for vital aspects of life including: energy production (as a fuel source) immune system...

Antioxidants. You've heard of them. You know they're a good thing. And you've probably even seen them added to things such as your daily...

What Are Enzymes and What Do They Do? Enzymes are proteins made from amino acids which speed up chemical reactions in the body, allowing them to occur at a rate necessary for life! Enzymes are used for essential body functions such as: digestion + gut health cell growth + repair muscle building nerve function respiratory health toxin breakdown by the liver DIGESTIVE enzymes act on the surface particles of the foods we eat, breaking them down into smaller, more easily digesti

When you consider everything that goes into this time of year, like... Eating sugar cookies for dinner after a long day of baking, staying up late wrapping gifts, traveling from party to party, stressing about this thing or the next... It's truly no wonder why many seem to come down with at least one "cold or flu bug" during the holiday season or winter months! With this, it's no secret there are things you can do to help keep yourself healthy throughout the year, such as: ma