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We live in a society that is focused on the “little” and the “small”. Small phones, small computers, tiny homes, little effort, and even small portion sizes and small bodies. Many of us tend to uphold aspirational ideas that are often unrealistic and unhealthy when it comes to the body and what we put into… Continue reading Food Is More Than Nutrition
Maple! Apple! Cinnamon! These muffins are the perfect fall treat! I am someone who cannot eat gluten and does better if I stay away from lactose. BUT these muffins turn out just as wonderful when they are made "normal"! I often have a hard time making gluten free baked goods that don't turn out very… Continue reading Gluten Free Maple Apple Streusel Muffins
Meditation is something that everyone can benefit from. Whether it is peace, a sense of direction, a reduction in stress, or a way to collect your thoughts (and so much more!) that you are after, meditation can get you there! Meditation is something that I started looking into within the last two years. The more… Continue reading Meditation: What it is and what it is not
Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of the heavily intertwined relationships between thoughts, emotions and the immune system. Within recent years there has been a shift within the medical field. Health professionals are no longer just accessing health in terms of the physical body, but also including holistic trends that take into consideration all parts of a… Continue reading Optimism
Motivation is a hot topic these days, and it is no secret why. Motivation is an extremely crucial part of getting through the day and successfully doing what we set out to accomplish. There seems to be a very positive and cheery light shed on motivation. Motivation is great, and if you have it, it… Continue reading Motivation
We have all heard the statistics. Something like 1 in every 4 people reports that they have or are currently experiencing stress. It is not my intention to make this piece about the potential causes and solutions for stress, but rather highlight one of the key things that tends to be missing from the lives… Continue reading Reviving Pleasure
Adaptogens are natural, plant-based metabolic regulators that aid the body in adapting to the many stressors around us. Stressors that can include chemicals, physical activity, the environment, and even our own physiological interactions. Adaptogens are said to increase physical and mental resilience while decreasing fatigue and wear on the body. With the demanding and on… Continue reading ADAPTOGENS: the wonder herbs, what are they?
These teff cookies are the real deal! They are gluten free and can be made vegan if desired by swapping or ditching the chocolate chips! Before going too much further I would like to say that I first found this recipe in the book, "Run Fast. Eat Slow." by Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky. I… Continue reading Teff Chocolate Cookies
The power of suggestion is the idea that the mind is constantly open to information (true or false) that comes from that a source that seems dependable (though this is not always the case). It is no secret that the food industry has its own agenda. It has been suggested so many times that calorie… Continue reading The Power of Suggestion
I am currently a senior at the University of Montana. I am a Public and Community Health undergrad, and my career goals include becoming a registered dietitian and a health/wellness coach. I am extremely passionate about nutrition and believe that health is all encompassing. Food is more than just what you eat! I want nothing… Continue reading About ME
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