Many people struggle with low mood, especially at this time of year when the days are shorter and we spend more time indoors. If you find that your mood has taken a dip, you may be heartened to learn that there are a number of simple actions you can take in just minutes to give […]
Dr. Nicole Avena, our Chief Science Officer, has a PhD in neuroscience and psychology from Princeton University and has expertise in brain health and nutrition. Today, we’re picking her brain on protein bars, prebiotic fiber, sugar, and spilling the secret to getting that sweet, but not too sweet
Do you ever get a snack attack? You’re not alone. Millions of Americans struggle with the inter-meal munchies every day. To curb their hunger and tide them over until their next meal, many reach for an unhealthy snack. Snickers may satisfy (at least for the moment), but the high sugar content, a
One of the macronutrients required for a high-performance life is protein. Proteins are integral components of every cell in your body. Thousands of protein enzymes are required for the healthy growth and functioning of all the cells, tissues, and organs in your body. In short, you can’t live with
Healthy blood flow is crucial to your brain…and your entire body. Blood Flow Basics Your body’s vast network of blood vessels move blood throughout your body, transporting nutrients and oxygen to every cell in your body. Keeping the blood coursing through your vessels is a key to good health. Bl
Americans love sugar. Sadly, too many people are hooked on sugar-filled foods and snacks. Many beverages, such as flavored coffees, teas, and soft drinks, are loaded with sugar or artificial sweeteners. Artificial Sweeteners Artificial sweeteners such as acesulfame potassium (Ace K), aspartame, sacc
Menopause occurs when a woman reaches the end of her menstruation cycle for 12 or more months. Neither a disease nor a condition, it’s a normal, natural event. Hormonally, it’s a shift as monumental as puberty and pregnancy. As such, there can be several difficult symptoms to manage. Here’s wh
If you’re a parent of school-age kids, you know that finding healthy lunch staples your kids will enjoy is a continual challenge – kind of like finding a reliable babysitter! It takes more effort and possibly more expense to ensure your kids have a healthy lunch each day – and there may be pai
In our fast-paced society, maintaining a balanced, healthy diet can be a serious challenge. While on the go, it may be tempting to grab fast food, skip meals, purchase processed foods, and snack on sugar-laden treats. Many people subsist on the standard American diet, which is filled with high glyce
Constipation may be an unsexy health topic, but it’s an important one. It’s defined as “an abnormally delayed or infrequent passage of usually dry, hardened stool.” For many people, it’s a minor problem that occurs occasionally, usually brought on by lifestyle factors such as being dehydra