Mushrooms as medicine? Mushrooms have long been used in the culinary world but until now we are seeing it added to the superfood list due to its amazing benefits. […]
K’s Kwik Nutrition Corner
Good Morning all! I hope everyone is having a great start to their new year of 2017! I am starting a blog to help each one of you stay on track with a healthy lifestyle and way of living. I hope to touch one of your lives in a way to help encourage you to feel great and confident in everything you do. I will be posting recipes, tips, videos, items that I like to suggest, my reads that I love, and many more.
Micronutrient Moment: Vitamin D
Vitamin D Also known as the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D is at the top of the list for deficiencies in people due to the lack of availability and exposure to […]
Anti-Inflammatory Products Filling up Grocery Stores and Our Carts
Inflammation 101 Inflammation is the body’s response to injury but can also play a role in some chronic diseases. Chronic Inflammation can cause serious damage and make the body toxic. […]
Superfood Spotlight: Rutabaga
Rutabaga What is it?: Rutabaga a root vegetable is abundant in March offering a variety of health benefits as listed below. Some of you may have or have not heard […]
Protein PEAS!!
Peas with a Protein Punch Most of the time when we think of veggies we really don’t think about it being a protein source, but not when it comes to […]
Micronutrient Moment: Zinc
Micronutrient Moment: Zinc Aside from macronutrients which get most of the hype there are smaller units called micronutrients which are known as the vitamins and minerals. To get you more […]
Choosing a Clean Protein Powder for You
Protein Powders When working out one of the most vital components post workout is protein and in a highly bioavailable form. There is a need for it to build muscle […]
Superfood Spotlight : Dark Leafy Greens
Dark Leafy Greens Types: Kale, Swiss Chard, Spinach, Turnip Greens, Mustard Greens, Rapini, Collard Greens, Red ad Green Leaf Romaine, Bok Choy, Watercress. Vitamins/Minerals Content: Vitamins A,C,and K, Folate, Calcium, […]
A Variety of Ways to Get your Veggies
Getting More Veggies Sometimes it can be tough to get enough vegetables in for the day. What if there are some fun, fast, and enjoyable ways to get more in […]
Picking your Perfect Protein Bar
What to look for in a protein bar Nutritional Value What is your macro ratio? Is this bar nutrient dense or empty calories? Be sure there is a good […]