Why do we do mindless eating?

Do you just eat whatever you want, whenever you want without paying attention to why you're doing it? Well, that's mindless eating.  Mindless eating can lead to overeating, weight gain, and a host of other health problems, so why do we do it? Lately, with my food poisoning, I've been consuming food whether I'm hungry... Continue Reading →

Comfort food

So I've been a bit under the weather due to food poisoning so that got me to thinking and of course writing about it. When you're feeling under the weather, one of the best ways to make yourself feel better is to indulge in some comforting food. Whether it's a bowl of hot soup, a... Continue Reading →

Got a sweet tooth?

So I have a wicked sweet tooth especially when it comes to eating chocolate. I figured now is a good time to talk about it since it is almost Valentine's day! Here are some reasons why you should indulge in a piece of chocolate every now and then. Chocolate is good for your heart. Dark... Continue Reading →

It’s cold outside!

This winter has been so bizarre in the Northeast (US). Yes, winter isn't over and we could still get snow when the warmer temperatures subside but you know what? These days like yesterday and today when the temps are around -7F really makes me wish we didn't have those huge 40 degree temperature swings as... Continue Reading →

Do you like sleeping?

Does this sound like you? Staying awake late on Friday nights and getting up late on Saturday? Yup, that's me for sure. I typically get up at the same time and go to bed around the same time every day except the weekends, why is that? Do I need to play catch up or do... Continue Reading →

Do you like eating protein?

I don't know about you, but eating protein is a chore for me. I really struggle and no matter all the meal plans that I try, I know that it's not something that I enjoy. As a health enthusiast, you probably already know the importance of getting enough protein in your diet. Protein is essential... Continue Reading →

Sometimes you got to try something new!

If you have been following along, you've probably read about my positivity jar or even meditation as a habit. Both of these posts got me to thinking about what I'm doing and how it is affecting me. Probably very important to reflect on otherwise why do the activity right? Last year, I really enjoyed keeping... Continue Reading →

The rise of Mushrooms in the supplement industry

If you go into Whole foods or even Target, you'll likely see some sort of mushroom product in the supplement section. Why the rise of mushroom supplements all of a sudden? Mushrooms have been used for centuries in traditional medicine for their healing properties--from immune health to hair and skin health--I really like the OM... Continue Reading →

The Ayurvedic Herb Gaining Popularity: Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is a popular herb used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. I remember it being part of my diet growing up as it's in Indian food and tea so to see it in stores today for its many benefits is pretty great. Why take it? It is believed to have a wide range of health... Continue Reading →

Palatants: what attracts your dog or cat to their food?

As pet owners, we all know the struggle of trying to get our furry friends to eat their food. Whether they're picky eaters or just don't seem interested in their meals, getting them to eat can be a frustrating task. Before I worked in the pet food industry, I had no clue what attracted my... Continue Reading →

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