Not necessarily the heading you would think of for a nutrition post, eh? But, go with me for a second, will you? If you have stumbled upon this page, today, I don't for one second think it was by accident. I think you found this particular article because you're in need of some encouragement and … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Uncomfortable
Author: er3fit
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Turkey
I hope you had a very happy Thanksgiving with family and friends this past week. We are now in the throws of the holiday season. The time in which we are all going to eat, drink, and be Merry is finally here! So, the likelihood your fridge is going to become overrun with leftovers from … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Turkey
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Portions
Hello friend! I like to start these things off as if we already know one another--makes them feel a bit more welcoming and friendly (well, I think so anyway). As the national "eat until we are super uncomfortable" day approaches, I thought it apropos of us to discuss: portion size. (da dum duuuuhhhhhh--super scary music … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Portions
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Stress
Stress. This is the time of year when the average American's stress levels tend to increase substantially. According to a poll conducted by The New York Post in 2017, "...31% of Americans describe the holiday season as "frantic"..." We all know stress isn't good for us or for our health, but did you know stress … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Stress
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Fat
For the most part, we all know carrying around excess body weight in the form of fat is going to put extra stress and strain on our system--even more so if that weight tends to be carried in the midsection where vital organs reside. If you are an athlete you also know this could affect … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Fat
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Carbs
Carbohydrates. One of the three macronutrients our bodies require to function at max potential. Carbohydrates or "carbs" as they're more popularly known tend to get a bad rap. Food sources higher in carbs we are most likely familiar with are: bread, rice, cereal, potatoes, pasta, and beans. I bet at least one of you looked … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Carbs
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Social
Here we go! We got this! We are doing it! What exactly is this 'it' we are doing? We are going to be more mindful of what we eat and drink because we want to be stronger, healthier, have more energy, etc. Then, BAM, an invitation to a social gathering happens...OH NO! What are we … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Social
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Protein
Protein, protein, protein! We all know it's an important building block to our health. You enter any store nowadays which sells food and you'll see bags, boxes, and wrappers covered in the words "high protein," "great source of protein," or if the word "protein" is simply slapped onto the packaging in big bold lettering. It … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Protein
Calling…
"Your calling is where your burdens and your talents collide"--Rebekah Lyons via Annie F. Downs. (100 Days of Brave) Whenever I come to this space I feel compelled to have a very well orchestrated plan of what I am going to share or say. That each time there must be something poignant. That if you've … Continue reading Calling…
Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Water
The powerhouse of hydration. The one, the only, H2O. Some of you reading this (hopefully a few more folks have joined my mom in reading these--Hi, Ma!) love water and will have zero issues with what I am going to encourage you to add into your daily routine. While some of you are going to … Continue reading Nutrition Tip Tuesday: Water
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