Well Balanced brain food
Nutrition shouldn’t feel confusing, but the internet is overflowing with conflicting advice, fad diets, and unrealistic promises.
At Well Balanced Nutrition, we cut through the noise with practical, evidence-based nutrition advice that actually fits real life.
Think of this blog as your source for trustworthy “brain food,” encouraging, inspiring, and backed by science, without the guilt or gimmicks. Grab a cup of coffee or tea, and take a look around.
Latest Recipes
Avocado Lime Salmon
Avocado Lime Salmon This is fresh, zesty, and ready in under 20 minutes. Tender, perfectly...
Sheet Pan Vegetable Bolognese
Sheet Pan Vegetable Bolognese This is a hearty, plant-powered twist on a classic. This recipe...
Cuban Vegetable Salad
Cuban Vegetable Salad - A Bright, Healthy, and Colorful Dish Summer means lots of parties,...
Easy No-Cook Vanilla Cinnamon Granola
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIHSy3nTcS8 Granola is a great way to kick start your energy for...
Chickpea Butternut Squash Soup: Wholesome Goodness In A Bowl
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ht3ksMreNWQ Are you in the mood for a hearty soup filled with...
Healthy Cauliflower Fried Rice: Your New Go-To Weeknight Dinner
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9LpyaidAkc Cauliflower Fried Rice Recipe and Cooking Video This...
Well Balanced Wisdom
How do I control my blood sugars to prevent or manage diabetes?
Wednesday, November 22, 2017 According to the latest research from the American Diabetes Association, 30.3 million Americans had diabetes in 2015 and they estimate that 7.2 million of those cases are undiagnosed. Additionally, the ADA reports that another 1.5 million...
Riding the crave wave – a mindful eating strategy
Food cravings are tricky. Have you noticed that some just can’t be ignored? You know, when you crave something specific like a brownie, and you try to satisfy the craving with something else that’s a little healthier, let’s say yogurt or a granola bar because you are...
Got something to scream about?! | Healthy Stress Relief
What stresses you out? Is it traffic? Your to-do list that seems to be never-ending? Your kid’s messy room? Your project deadlines at work? Money concerns? Whatever it is, the American Heart Association has a brilliant tool for letting go of your stress. The scream...
Should you go vegetarian?
That’s a fantastic question. If you feel compelled to go vegetarian, it likely means that you care about your health. We love that about you! You also may realize that eating more plants can help you live longer and fight off disease. We think it's awesome that you...
What the heck is Well-Balanced eating anyway?
Kristen and I talk a lot about eating well-balanced, but unless you have sat down with us or heard the Well-Balanced Plate talk you may be wondering… what does that mean? The Well Balanced Plate After reading countless research articles, books such as The Blue Zone...
How to actually follow through with your health goals
“I’m going to do better,” you say. “I need to lose this weight and I'm starting today.” “I'm so out of shape, I'm going to join the gym." How many times have you said something like this to yourself without following through? Or maybe you did, but it only lasted a...
Why we might remind you of your mother….
Lucy always says she was put on this earth to spread the good news about fruits and vegetables. I feel the same calling. To us, it's an important mission because many people often forget or downplay the power of produce. If fruits and vegetables had labels they would...
Do you need to replace electrolytes on these hot steamy days?
A recent visit back to my hometown in Indiana inspired me to answer this very question. My dad always has his refrigerator stocked with little bottles of Gatorade for him and the grandkids and I was reminded that many people believe Gatorade is the best way to...
HALT: A tool to head off emotional eating
Monday, June 5, 2017 It's Friday night, you made it through another busy week... Time to celebrate. So often our celebrations include food and maybe an adult beverage or two. Nothing says "happy birthday" like cake, "thank you" like a bottle of wine, or "I love you"...
Wellness Adventures for a More Meaningful Summer
The kids are out of school, summer weather is in full swing, and it's already July! I was reminded recently that summer can just happen to us… or we can take a little time to shape it. I don’t know about you, but even in a full season, I’m craving more moments of fun,...
5 ways to save on food without clipping coupons
Y'all, I just found out my boyfriend used to be a couponer! How awesome is that? I'm frugal too but in a different way. I've been joking for years that I'm actually a 90-year-old woman because I frequently wash and reuse Ziploc baggies, I save all the plastic soup...
Sometimes it’s a simple solution
Monday, May 15, 2017 There are so many diets, research articles, and ideas it can become overwhelming to try and choose the healthiest diet for you and your family. Kristen and I have talked about many different diets, and you know it's our well-balanced mission...