Nutrition

Hungry? Eat fruit first

The concept fruit first comes from the idea that our bodies digest fruit better when our stomachs are empty. Fruit is water based so we digest it very quickly on an empty stomach… And awesomely enough, the fruit’s vitamins and minerals are distributed throughout our bodies fast without using much energy at all… Boosting our… Continue reading Hungry? Eat fruit first

Nutrition

Plant-Based Meal Guide

If you're new to plant-based eating or are looking for a little inspiration for your next meal – I've got you covered with this comprehensive guide on how to build a yummy and nutritious plant-based meal. 1. Choose Your Protein Sources Proteins are essential building blocks for your body, supporting muscle growth, tissue repair, and… Continue reading Plant-Based Meal Guide

Movement, Nutrition

Burn More, Lose Weight

If you are trying to lose weight, burn more calories than you are consuming!1 pound of fat = 3500 calories which means in order to lose weight, we have to burn more than we are consuming on a daily basis. How? It's simple... exercise / move more often and consume less calories (note that it's… Continue reading Burn More, Lose Weight

Easy Recipes, Nutrition

Healthy Kitchen 101

Out with the old! Now’s the time to go through your kitchen cabinets and fridge. We’re looking to get rid of anything old or unhealthy. Check your expiration dates and labels. Throw away anything expired and donate anything you won’t use or has whack ingredients that you shouldn’t be eating. We prefer our labels to… Continue reading Healthy Kitchen 101

Nutrition

When is the best time to have breakfast?

Did you know that the word 'breakfast' is really just short for 'break fast' - breaking your fast, get it? If you sleep, you fast. Whether it's a 4 hour, or 14 hour night sleep, you're fasting! The first thing you decide to eat after a fast is such an important decision and will literally… Continue reading When is the best time to have breakfast?