Ah, cherries! Whether they’re sweet or sour, fresh or frozen, they’re refreshing, juicy, and fun to eat. Fortunately, they’re good for us, too. Unfortunately, these fruits are often served up along with a hefty dose of sugar, be it in a pie, jam or jelly....
Tortilla chips and salsa was a classic childhood snack of mine, especially at backyard barbeques, birthday parties and sleepovers. I don’t really eat a lot of chips these days, but these chickpea tortilla nachos are delivered by pure chickpea goodness. Because of their high fiber and protein...
There’s a reason most cercial protein powders are loaded with the amino acid glutamine. Glutamine is the most abundant non-essential amino acid, and is the primary fuel for enterocytes lining the small intestine. (Rather than using glucose as an energy source for themselves, enterocytes use...
Compulsive overeating and sugar addiction are major threats to human health, but potential treatments face the risk of impairing normal feeding behaviors that are crucial for survival. A study published January 29th in the journal Cell reveals a reward-related neural circuit that specifically controls compulsive...
Balance steps are designed to inspire, encourage, and educate on your journey to wellness. Choose a design and pace most appropriate for you. Consider where you currently are, and where you want to go. Tips & Strategies Choose one or two of the following tips. Integrate them...