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Thriving in College: Nourishing Your Body and Mind Without Diet Culture

Learn how to nourish your body, honor your health, and build sustainable habits—without the fear of the "Freshman Fifteen". Read more for a weight-inclusive approach to student wellness. Starting college is an exciting time filled with new experiences, independence,...

The Science of Weight: Understanding Body Composition, Factors, and Management Beyond the Scale

Learn about the how, why, and when our bodies may change shape and size throughout our life cycle. In today's health-conscious society, weight is a topic that often dominates conversations, media headlines, and even academic discussions, but what exactly does it mean...

Folic Acid: Nurturing Health from Conception and Beyond

Dive into the science, benefits, and practical tips for incorporating folic acid into your daily life. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate (vitamin B-9), essential for the cell regeneration occurring daily. During pregnancy, the body is supplying nutrients for...
Squash That Couch Potato: 6 Simple Ways to Stay Young and Healthy

Squash That Couch Potato: 6 Simple Ways to Stay Young and Healthy

Learn how consistent exercise and a nutrient-dense diet can help you maintain a healthy weight, reduce chronic disease risk, slow aging, and boost brain function. Overcome hectic lifestyles and long work days to prioritize your well-being. Guest post by Helen Cheng...

10 Vegetarian Protein Sources…and How to Eat Them

10 Vegetarian Protein Sources…and How to Eat Them

Explore the top vegetarian-friendly protein sources and learn delicious ways to incorporate them into your meals. A recent market study found that American meat consumption has decreased 19% since 2004.1 Perhaps that's because reducing intake of meat has been shown to...

Lettuce Turnip the Beet: Veggies (and More) for Heart Health

Lettuce Turnip the Beet: Veggies (and More) for Heart Health

Improve your cardiovascular wellness, learn about nutritious choices, and get tips for a heart-healthy diet. Did you know February was American Heart Health Month and March is National Nutrition Month? With cardiovascular disease continuing to be the leading cause of...

4-Week Fast Track: Taking Off the Pressure

4-Week Fast Track: Taking Off the Pressure

Join us for our next 4-Week Fast Track program: Taking Off the Pressure. From 1/31/18 - 2/21/18, we will host a private Facebook group* and launch a weekly live video (which will be archived on the group wall) to help you take the pressure off your blood vessels,...

Worth Your Salt

Worth Your Salt

I recently divulged on social media that my blood pressure (BP) had been consistently quite high, to the point where I thought I'd either soon be hospitalized or have to start taking meds. While I'm not opposed to conventional pharmaceutical methods to manage a...

Think Outside the Cereal Box

Think Outside the Cereal Box

Discover innovative ways to enjoy breakfast with nutrient-dense alternatives to traditional cereals. Explore healthy, delicious options that will help you start your day right and keep you energized. When it comes to the first meal of the day, it seems the easiest...