March is National Nutrition Month: Popular Diets Explained

March is National Nutrition Month: Popular Diets Explained

By Dr. Mary MacDonald, ND   March is National Nutrition Month! It can be difficult to wade through the many popular diets we see in the media. In this article, I will break down some popular nutritional programs, highlighting the potential benefits of each. I...
Agua Fresca

Agua Fresca

Agua Fresca (which translates as fresh water in Spanish) is a wonderfully refreshing (and healthy!) traditional Latin American summer drink. Made by combining fresh fruits, herbs or flowers with water and possibly a bit of sugar, this is an easy summer refresher that...
Top 4 Tips on How You Can Incorporate Mindful Eating

Top 4 Tips on How You Can Incorporate Mindful Eating

1)Check In With Yourself: Checking in with yourself especially before, during & after eating can allow you to cue in on your hunger & satiety signals. Listening in & becoming more curious as to what comes up & ultimately creating conscious awareness...
What is Plant Based Eating?

What is Plant Based Eating?

What is plant based eating? It’s a way of eating that focuses on consuming plant derived whole foods that are unrefined & minimally processed. Some staples are whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, tubers & legumes. You do not have to be vegan or...
Catching up with hydration this Spring

Catching up with hydration this Spring

This Winter has been Soooo Dry… These stay-at-home vibes feel stale, for sure, but my skin is parched, y’all. I cannot catch-up with my hydration needs these days. And don’t even get me started on my hands! With the constant and necessary washing and sanitizing I must...