A Runner’s Guide on What To Eat Before and After a Workout
One of the most common questions I get from clients is “what should I be eating before and after a run?”. While there are some general tips that can help guide you in the right direction, you have to remember that everyone digests foods differently. Some people have...
Is all sugar created equal?
Is all sugar bad? Over the past few years, our ideas around sugar and fat have changed drastically. Suddenly fat has become increasingly trendy, while sugar is demonized. I spoke with an ambassador of the popular protein bar Square Bar and she said that the most...
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...