Did you know that February is National Sweet Potato month? Sweet potatoes are those lovely orange potatoes that are surprisingly nutritious and scrumptious! One cup of sweet potatoes contains a variety of important nutrients including: 769% DV of Vitamin A, which promotes eye health, immune system function, and tissue maintenance.65% DV of Vitamin C, another... Continue Reading →
So your doctor says you are low on Vitamin D…..4 Ways to Get Vitamin D in the Winter
Winter is hitting us and it is FREEZING outside! Along with the snow, there seems to be a lack of sunshine and Vitamin D filling us with joy, leaving somoe of us feeling unmotivated, tired, and sad. Without the sun pouring the warmth and energy we thrive on in the summer, what can we do... Continue Reading →
Antioxidants to the Rescue!
While doing some of these blogs that include healthy brain foods, I kept coming across the word antioxidants. They are something that I’ve heard many times are “good for you” but I realized that I do not exactly know what they are. After brushing up on some basic science, I have come to see that... Continue Reading →
Seasonal Affective Disorder
The time is upon us when the air is crisper, the leaves are changing, all foods are spiced with pumpkin and the days are shorter. Yes, fall is upon us. During this time many people start to experience a change in their mood and usually are not aware of a specific reason why. With the... Continue Reading →