Hello all, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Sarah Scherer here. It’s the perfect time of year to think about resetting and starting fresh for your health. One of my favorite ways to jump-start your “healthy habits” engine is to complete the 7-Day Healthy Cleanse. Here’s my take on the benefits of detoxing, the gastrointestinal (GI) reset and…
Let’s talk about one of the most popular and powerful roots on the market—turmeric. What is it, what is the source of its benefits, and what form is best to add to your daily routine? The bottom line is that there are a couple of different ways to incorporate turmeric into your diet—as a ground…
What is Reb M? How It’s Changing The Health Industry
What You Need To Know About Reb M, a New Healthy Sweetener Here’s the 411 on the sweetest new ingredient on the block, Reb M. It replaced stevia in our new Life Shake™, and people are definitely buzzing about it. Read on for answers to some frequently asked questions about what it is and how…
What is sparkling water? Is it as hydrating as noncarbonated (still) water? As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I get those questions a lot. Here’s the 4-1-1 to help clear things up. What is sparkling water? Sparkling or “seltzer water” is normal water that has been infused with carbonation in the form of CO2 and often…
Fresh Air Ideas During a Socially Distanced Summer
Quarantine has been a roller coaster of emotions to say the least. We’ve been sheltering in place for what feels like forever, and while we’re happy to do it because we want everyone to be healthy, summertime is really making us want to be outside. Getting fresh air is not only good for our bodies…
Life gets busy, and sometimes it’s easy to forget that you should stay hydrated throughout the day. While no one likes to be dehydrated, trying to drink 8 glasses of water a day can seem like a lot. The great news is that there are many different and creative ways you can keep yourself hydrated…
It’s finally summer and what does that mean? It means outdoor activities, heat and sunshine, and yes, sweating! Sweating is something that we often don’t talk about, but it’s actually such a great thing for our cells and skin, and it keeps us cool. Did you know that sweating can also help cleanse the body,…
Whether you slept funny, you’re stressed from a long day of work, or you overdid your last exercise session, it’s common to feel neck and shoulder pain. Luckily, we have 4 stretches our in-house yogis swear by that can help alleviate some of that pain. Windowpane stretch: With both your arms behind your head, grab…
Summer is one of the best times to have a barbeque in the backyard. While we enjoy the variety of foods we can grill in the outdoors, barbequed food can sometimes have significant health impacts. Here’s what you should know about grilled meats and how you can take a few steps to make your barbeque…
5 of the Best Inflammation-Fighting Foods to Eat This Summer
Pop quiz! What is something that protects us from injury, infection, and illness and improves healing time but is also linked to cancer, diabetes, and obesity (1, 2, 3)? If you said inflammation, you are right. Let’s discuss this complex issue and five foods you can add to your daily healthy habits to protect yourself…
Running low on protein? Here’s how to up your intake
Building muscle, strong bones, skin, and nails, maintaining a healthy weight, making hormones, and many other body functions are fueled by a key nutrient—protein. Protein keeps our immune systems in tip-top shape, keeps us full after a meal, allows us to absorb minerals important for bone density, and provides the amino acid building blocks of…
