Are you a creature of habit? I know that I am!! It is so easy for me to get stuck eating the same foods and the same meals over and over again (like my "go-to" oats pictured below). Because I know I like them, and because I know I will tolerate them. That being said, … Continue reading 5 Ways to Add Variety to your Foods!
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Traveling? Grab a snack like this!
With summer travels from road trips to weekend getaways, it’s important that we have snacks on hand! Otherwise, you might find yourself hangry, with low blood sugar, and searching for anything sugary for quick energy. (PS make sure to read to the bottom for a freebie!) Recently I experienced this first hand while my husband … Continue reading Traveling? Grab a snack like this!
Ways to Improve Hormone Health that Aren’t “Just Weight Loss.”
How many times have you heard to just “lose weight” and your hormones will figure themselves out? Or... Gotta love this one… “just eat less and move more.” To suggest that weight is the most important or only solution for any hormone concern is not okay. Especially when this advice is often given with no regard … Continue reading Ways to Improve Hormone Health that Aren’t “Just Weight Loss.”
A Few Extra Pounds? Pregnancy Weight Gain is so Much More
You’re looking in the mirror wondering how on earth you are going to do this for another 8 weeks. You stepped onto the scale at the doctor’s office yesterday and it was the highest you’ve ever been…and it’s only going to go up. The swelling alone is enough to drive anyone crazy. How did it … Continue reading A Few Extra Pounds? Pregnancy Weight Gain is so Much More
Need More Energy on Your Period? Have a Snack!
Hear me out! I know you have been taught that snacking is bad, will only lead to weight gain, and that coffee is the answer to all of your energy problems… but that’s just not true! Snacking is one of the BEST things you can do for your period. Why? Balance. Blood sugar balance, hormone … Continue reading Need More Energy on Your Period? Have a Snack!
Which Foods Should You Choose Before Your Period?
Cramps? Mood Swings? The ultimate PMS? Been there, done that. You don’t have to suffer and most definitely shouldn’t be worried about cutting out foods (*cough cough* you still need carbs). We are moving on and choosing the top foods to eat 1-2 weeks before your period even starts to make your dreaded period way … Continue reading Which Foods Should You Choose Before Your Period?
Hey Girl, You don’t Need More Coffee.
It's Monday afternoon and you’re struggling. Why is it so hard to get back in a rhythm after every weekend? The clock slowly ticks by, it’s 3pm and you’re exhausted. You have so many projects that need to get done, but all you want to do is take a nap. You text your work girlfriends...time … Continue reading Hey Girl, You don’t Need More Coffee.
To “B” or not to “B”
B vitamins! They come up a lot when it comes to period health. So how important are they and do you really need extra? B Vitamins are a group of vitamins that are essential for the nervous system, metabolism, and red blood cell health. There are quite a few, so we will be talking about … Continue reading To “B” or not to “B”
Menstruation Got You Down? How Magnesium May Play a Role
I first heard about the use of magnesium for premenstrual syndrome on a podcast with Dr. Stacy Sims who is a researcher, exercise physiologist, and nutrition scientist. Her discussion of nutrition related solutions for premenstrual syndrome (PMS) inspired me to look into alternatives for PMS and menstrual cycle pain and discomfort. As a dietitian and … Continue reading Menstruation Got You Down? How Magnesium May Play a Role
Are Calories Really King?
Yes and no. To lose weight, calories do matter. You have to eat less calories than you use. This sounds simple, but when put into practice it can be challenging for many people. Calories are nothing more than a measurement of energy. Is this an important measurement? Absolutely. When it comes to science, research, and … Continue reading Are Calories Really King?
Eats with Erin 