Hemp: A New Superfood?
Discovering the Versatility of Hemp When it comes to health and nutrition, it always seems that there is a new “superfood”—something you must incorporate into your diet if you really want to have optimal health. As a Dietitian, it’s important for me to determine the...
Organic Produce: Is it Worth It?
Organic When given the choice, we would probably all choose organic over conventional produce, but do we really know why? Who knows what “organic” means, anyway? According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), food products must meet federal standards for...
Chia Seeds: Nutritional Powerhouse
My first introduction to Chia seeds was from my mother-in-law about 6 years ago. I was suffering from many health issues and she was sure that these would cure me. She claimed that they were the next “super food”—the “cure-all “and swore that she was going to make...
Healthy Fats: Why it Matters
Give me the Healthy Fats! When I was in high school, I unfortunately got caught up in the hype of trying to be thin. I was extremely active (played soccer, ran track and cheered competitively), yet I had little knowledge about how to properly fuel my body. Like most...
