Pregnancy and Diet: The Macronutrients
What should I eat when I’m pregnant? Calories Why are pregnant women always so hungry? Energy requirements go up when you’re eating for two! Your body requires at least an additional 300cal/day during pregnancy (340cal/day during 2nd trimester and...
Hormones: the basics
What are hormones? Hormones are chemical messengers that are released from endocrine glands to a target organ. They work throughout your entire body to make sure all of your organs and body systems are communicating well in order to work properly. They are released in...
Don’t Fear The Fat
The history behind our fear Fat is a word that most people fear. It brings on thoughts of greasy food and bulging bellies. No one ever told us how important fat is for brain health, hormone production, joint health, digestion, energy production, and much more. Why did...