Macronutrients, Micronutrients, and other Nutritional Jargon
You probably hear your doctor throw around a lot of fancy medical terminology. He discusses your lab work with you and you nod politely like
Macronutrients Explained
A few weeks ago, I did a quick post on macronutrients and micronutrients. Now, I’d like to give a more in depth overview of each
The Skinny on Fat
Saturated fat. Oh what a long and sorted history we have! What do you think of when you think of saturated fat? Butter? Beef? Heart
Carbs – the Good, the Bad, the Ugly
Carbs often get a really bad rap. Many even advocate for a “no-carb” diet. So, before we discuss whether avoiding “all” carbs is a good
Protein and Weight Loss
If you’ve done any research about weight loss “secrets”, protein intake has almost certainly been mentioned on more than one occasion. So, is there any
Fat, It’s What’s for Dinner?
I’ve discussed before the importance of fat in one’s diet and the fact that fat does NOT make one fat. In fact, much recent research
Macronutrients 101: What is Protein?
Protein is primarily known for its association with muscle repair but did you know that it is also used to make DNA, hormones, enzymes, and
Good Fats vs. Bad Fats
How do you know if a fat is a good fat or a bad fat? Today we’re digging into the facts to answer those burning