Together, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are also known as macronutrients, which are classes of nutrients that all humans need in large quantities for optimal health. Each person’s ideal fat, protein, and carb intake will vary based on activity level, goals, digestive health, age, etc.
Nutritional Therapy
10 Reasons Going Grain-Free is a Good Idea
Humans can’t easily digest grains, which causes a whole host of issues within the human body. Grains have only been a part of the human diet for 10,000 years – not enough time for our bodies to adapt evolutionarily to this “new” food. Check out these 10 reasons I believe going grain-free is a must for every human
Which types of carbs, fats, and protein should you eat?
In tandem with my last post, here are some examples of healthy vs. unhealthy macronutrients (carbs, fats, and proteins).
Confused? The lowdown on carbs, fats, and protein
Everyone’s bodies need a good balance of macronutrients: carbs, fats, and proteins. Giving up an entire group of macronutrients is isn’t beneficial when it comes to optimal health, and in fact, can lead to poor health. Below, I’ve mapped out all the reasons why we need each macronutrient.
Convinced you should avoid meat? Part III
If arguments #1-#8 haven’t convinced you, maybe these last 3 will! Behold, arguments #9-#11 against avoiding meat to be healthier.
Convinced you should avoid meat? Part II
The message is everywhere these days. “Meat is bad, so cut it out.” Hearing this actually makes me cringe. I’ve got 11 arguments that are normally thought of as reasons not to eat meat – and why they don’t hold up. Today, here’s #5-#8.
3 Surprising Tips for Healthy Weight Loss You've Never Heard
New research is always exciting, isn’t it? Check out these 3 strategies for healthy weight loss I bet you don’t even know about!
Some medications deplete your body of vital nutrients
Did you know certain medications can deplete your body of nutrients it NEEDS? No? Well read on, my friend!
Always Tired & Hungry? 30 Reasons Why + Tips to Banish Both (Reasons 28-30)
This is the last installment of “Always Tired & Hungry? 30 Reasons Why + Tips to Banish Both” where I help you figure out why you’re feeling that way and how to fix it for good!
Always Tired & Hungry? 30 Reasons Why + Tips to Banish Both (Reasons 25-27)
When you’re hungry, your body doesn’t have the proper nutrients to provide energy, fuel your brain, or replenish your cells. This can cause a whole host of annoying symptoms, including sleepiness and fatigue. Here’s more tips on how to combat all that!