What have more than a hundred studies found about Wi-Fi and the modulation of human brain waves? You may remember that I explained how cell phones can affect brain function and how cell phones and Wi-Fi can affect male fertility, but what about the effects of Wi-Fi on brain function? “The Possible Existence of Cognitive Effects of RF (Radio Frequency) Energy To been one of the most contentious discussions on the still controversial question of whether exposure to RF energy at levels we all commonly encounter in the environment has any health consequences. WiFi has been called an “uncontrolled global…
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As a mindfulness-based Registered Dietitian, I am passionate about the power of mindful eating to transform not only our personal relationship with food, but also our impact on the environment, by merging mindful eating and sustainability. Mindful eating involves paying attention to the present moment while listening to our body’s needs and this can include becoming aware of sustainable food choices. In this article, we’ll explore mindful eating and sustainability and how eat mindfully can benefit the environment, reduce our carbon footprint and promote sustainability. What is Mindful Eating? Mindful eating is the convenient to pay attention to your diet…
Breakfast. They say it’s important. But what we’d like to know is, if breakfast is so important, why are there no recipes that feature Quest™ Lemon Cake Bars? LAW? Which makes you think. Well here at Quest, we put our best people on the case, and we fixed what was wrong. Here are lemon poppyseed pancakes made with – yes – Quest Lemon Bars. Rejoice, because your pancakes now have a lemony, protein flavor. Check out the full recipe below: NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION LEMON AND POPPY SEED PANCAKES Yields: 5 servings | Portion: 1 pancake calories: 300 | Protein: 15g |…
Protein powder is designed to be a convenient and tasty way to get the protein you need on the go – simply mix the powder with water, milk or in a smoothie, and drink. But is protein powder good for you? And is it as good – or better – than protein from food? Here are some things to consider before investing in a protein powder supplement. What is Protein Powder? Protein powder is a concentrated form of protein resulting from processing milk or certain plant foods. If you’re looking to build muscle or lose weight, protein powders may make…
Here is the progress of the custom cabinets for our new kitchen, mudroom and main bathroom! Note that they are primed with white but not yet painted with the finished paint color! Spoiler alert it’s also white. Conway Custom Woodwork We were very excited to work with our friend Mike Conway, who owns Conway Custom Woodwork, for all the cabinets in our house. Mike and Luke (who works with Mike) have been friends of Thomas for years. They have wonderful craftsmanship and we are so happy! Last week our kitchen, mud room and main bathroom cabinets were all installed. Here…
Bad body image day? Or week? Or month ? We have all been there. And summer is especially tough on body image. Sharing five helpful tips for coping with a bad body image day.Summer is THE toughest season for body image, so if you find yourself struggling right now, know that you are NOT alone. Why is summer so hard on body image? It’s very hot so you’re going to want to wear less clothes. Less clothing means more of your body is exposed, exposing you to more vulnerability. It’s swimwear season – need I say more? Summer is a…
My Daily Dozen recommends at least one tablespoon of ground flax seeds a day, but what about the cyanide? Swedish dietary guidelines are innovative In many ways. For example, they encourage people to reduce their impact on the climate by choosing more plant-based foods, which tend to produce much less greenhouse gas emissions, which is why “it is important for us to reduce meat consumption…” I was surprised by a page on the official website of the Swedish National Food Agency, which discuss cyanogenic glycosides and hydrogen cyanide and recommends that people “refrain () from eating” ground flaxseed for fear…
As a mindfulness-based dietitian with a decade of experience, I have seen the transformative power of mindful eating in improving emotional well-being. Stress, anxiety and other emotions can often lead to unhealthy eating habits which can exacerbate mental health issues. In this article, I’ll discuss how mindful eating can help you deal with stress, anxiety, and other emotions. Plus, I’ll share specific mental health practices and resources to help you overcome these challenges and find balance in your life. Mindful eating for emotional well-being The link between emotions and eating habits It is not uncommon for individuals to use food…
Confession time. There’s only one thing we love more than fries. It’s onion rings. Crazy for them. So when we got wind that there was something related to cooking rings in the Quest™ test kitchen, we sent a strongly worded instant message asking for more information. That’s what we learned. Onion rings loaded with Quest Loaded Taco Flavor Tortilla Style Protein Chips are very real. They are easy to do. They are delicious. We are eating them as we write this and making a big mess. Check out the full recipe below: NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION QUESTIFIED LOADED ONION RINGS Yields: 4…
Your mission—if you choose to accept—is to take the Superfood dessert challenge! The Superfood Dessert Challenge is for anyone who wants to incorporate whole-food nutrition into their daily routine – in the form of mouth-watering desserts. What is the Superfood Dessert Challenge? It’s simple: Eat a Shakeology Superfood Dessert every day for four weeks. We will provide you with the Shakeology recipes and all you have to do is prepare them and enjoy a delicious dessert every day. If you’re new to BODi, the Superfood Dessert Challenge is a great way to find out how Shakeology can help nourish and…