In July, I had the privilege to present at the premier annual convention for top fitness and nutrition professionals, IDEA World. My 2-hour session was titled, “Food as Medicine: Meals for Mental Health.” I had such an amazing time sharing how food can support mental health, and am still glowing from the energy of being […]
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Life is about balance, and in a lot of ways, vacation is about restoring that balance. We all need time to recharge. Big picture, indulging a little on vacation is totally okay, as long as balance is restored. There are unique ways you can keep up with your healthy habits while on vacation so that
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This summer’s global heat wave means there’s a greater potential for dehydration, and excessive sweating means electrolyte losses. Electrolytes are essential for fundamental functions like the electrical signals needed for brain function, muscle contraction, and fluid balance. Important electrolytes include sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, calcium, phosphate, and bicarbonates. Though many Americans fall short on two key
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This is my go-to smoothie. It is loaded with brain-protective antioxidants. And the intense blue-purples from wild blueberries are gorgeous. If you’re on a quest for a delicious way to nourish your mind and body, look no further than this invigorating brain healthy smoothie recipe. Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, including frozen wild
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Bibimbap is a complete one-bowl meal. In Korean, bibimbap literally translates to mixed rice. While some components have become quite common (like spinach, carrots, mushrooms, zucchini, sprouts, & a gochujang sauce), what I love about this dish is that it can be a “kitchen sink” kind of meal. I love making this meal at the
This spicy, tangy banchan (side dish) is meant to be one of many different flavors and textures on a Korean table, but it’d be just as comfortable next to BBQ and a beer, on top of a taco, or in a lettuce wrap. This recipe is a simplified riff on one of my favorite Korean
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Earlier today, I filmed a series of short educational videos about the role of nutrition for optimal brain health. We talked about cognitive aging, did some myth busting about what happens to the brain as we age, how to protect the brain with the fork, and more. Here are five tidbits from the sessions. Have
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Flaxseeds can be tricky to get the most out of, but they don’t have to be. It’s best to buy them whole, store them cold, but eat them ground. That’s because the hard shell of flaxseeds is over-protective and our digestive systems can’t quite crack into all of their omega-3, fiber, and anti-inflammatory benefits. Ground
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I talked to MindBodyGreen all about cashews, including how they stack up to other nuts. We chatted about what exactly cashews are, what nutrients they provide, and how they may benefit brain health, heart health, and even healthy pregnancies thanks to their antioxidants, minerals, and more. Visit MindBodyGreen to read the full article.
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The MIND diet recommends at least 5 servings of nuts per week. That’s just about every day, so you can see that nuts are an important part of the brain-healthy MIND diet. Different nuts offer a different mix of essential nutrients, which is why so much research is focused on mixed nuts. Eating a variety
I’ve hand-picked my favorite brain-healthy foods for the winter season. These are all items I keep in my kitchen and are getting regular use these days. The flavors and aromas they fill the house with are cozy and perfect for cooler temperatures. I hope you find these recommendations helpful. If you buy through my links
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July 11 is National Polyphenol Day. But what’s a polyphenol? You’re going to hear more about the health benefits of polyphenols, I guarantee it. Those of us in the nutrition science world have been talking about them for years. Sometimes they’re called “bioactives,” “phytonutrients,” or “antioxidants.” All of these terms are technically correct when referring
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A quick and simple summer entree This recipe is so simple, and I just know I’m going to be calling on this one again when the holidays roll around. Just swap out the summer produce for the winter’s best. It’s HOT right now, and this dish is so light and inviting for summer. But I’m
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This sweet treat can be yours in 30 minutes with the help of three simple ingredients: strawberries, dark chocolate, and pistachios. They feel special, yet are surprisingly simple to make. It’s not too late to pick up the three ingredients and make these for someone this weekend (p.s. including for yourself, for some self love
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I asked on Instagram, how can I help? I heard , “simple meal prep ideas, please!” I’m here for it. For starters, here’s a simple no-bake homemade granola bar recipe that you make once, but will enjoy all week! It’s simple but not #basic, and you’ll enjoy favors that are delicious and familiar yet on
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