Well Balanced brain food

The internet is full of contradicting information and all or nothing diet plans that can only get us in a tizzy. What you feed your brain matters! We strive to provide you with the best “brain food” on our blog: inspirational, encouraging, and evidence-based. Take a look around!

The Power of Plant-Based Eating

The benefits of adopting a plant-based lifestyle extend far beyond personal health, encompassing the environment and animal welfare as well.

The No-Cook Summer Recipe Series: Mango Salsa

Welcome to the last post of or series! Thank you for joining us as we embraced the cool and fresh, savoring the simplicity and beauty of uncooked ingredients. Beyond their convenience, no-cook recipes are a celebration of seasonal abundance and creativity. This series...

The No-Cook Summer Recipe Series: Cowboy Caviar

Gone are the days of slaving over a hot stove; instead, we invite you to continue to embark on a delightful journey of no-cook recipes that showcase the bountiful offerings of nature, transformed into nourishing masterpieces without the need for any heat. This series...

The No-Cook Summer Recipes Series: Caprese Salad Skewers

The sun-kissed days of summer are in full swing, bringing with them an abundant harvest of vibrant fruits, fresh vegetables, and a medley of aromatic herbs. As we bask in the warmth of the season, the last thing we want is to spend time over a hot stove or grill. This...

The No-Cook Summer Recipe Series: Watermelon Gazpacho

Looking for a refreshing no-cook recipe? Join us for a 4 part series where we’ll be sharing some of our favorite recipes that don’t require any cooking.

Answers to Nutrition Questions We Get Asked A Lot

What Can You Do About Leaky Gut?

One way to approach a suspected leaky gut is to address inflammation and eat a more gut-friendly diet. This means reducing excessive alcohol and processed foods that tend to be high in fat and sugar or artificial sweeteners, adding in gut friendly foods, and focusing on fiber and plant diversity.

Is Leaky Gut a Real Thing?

More and more research suggests that your gut is deeply interconnected throughout your body—from the brain, to your heart, to your immune system, and even to your mood. This means that the foods and drinks you consume can directly affect your health and mood. The gut’s ability to selectively allow the foods we consume to be absorbed while keeping others out is only possible if the cells are working properly and physically joined together very tightly, via tight junctions.

Gimme Some (Science About) Sugar: What Happens When We Eat Sugar?

Our bodies need carbohydrates to provide us with energy and support brain function. It is only when we consume too much sugar too often that we can begin to gain weight.

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The No-Cook Summer Recipe Series: Watermelon Gazpacho

Looking for a refreshing no-cook recipe? Join us for a 4 part series where we’ll be sharing some of our favorite recipes that don’t require any cooking.