Nutrition is highly personal; there’s no one-size-fits-all solution or “perfect diet.” However, I’ve found some tried-and-true methods to avoid the 3 p.m. slump. Here are my top tips for eating for energy.
Eating for Energy
Food Allergies and Intolerances
Although the terms “food allergy” and “food intolerance” are often used interchangeably, they’re actually quite different. Let’s see how.
Blood Sugar 101
You hear the term “blood sugar” thrown around a lot. You’re told to keep it within a certain range to feel your best and minimize your risk for chronic disease. But what exactly is blood sugar, and what’s the best way to keep it in check?
Calcium Fact Sheet
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body. Learn about what it does, how much you need, and where to get it.
Vitamin D Fact Sheet
Vitamin D, also known as “the sunshine vitamin”, is both a naturally-produced hormone and a vitamin. Learn about what it does, how much you need, and where to get it.
The Female Athlete Triad
The female athlete triad impacts fertility, bone health, and daily performance. See how nutrition can help.
Coffee: The State of Current Research
85% of adults in the United States drink coffee daily. Should they? Let’s take a look at the latest research.
The Role of Nutrition in Uncertain Times
October 2020 marks the 4-year anniversary of The Nutrition Atlas. With the COVID-19 pandemic, extreme weather events, and political and social unrest, you don’t need me to tell you that 2020 has been a crazy year. Here’s how I use nutrition and lifestyle to help when life gets to be a little too much.
Medical Nutrition Therapy: Histamine Intolerance
Itchy throat after eating tomatoes? Learn about how high-histamine foods may be behind your symptoms.
Nutrition and Stress
Why do we eat more when we’re stressed? And why does it tend to be cookies rather than carrots? Lucky for you, you can now blame science.