In the world of holistic health and functional medicine, we often hear the phrase “stress is the root of all disease.” While this might sound like an oversimplification, there’s a growing body of evidence suggesting that chronic stress plays a...
Food processing is anything done to food beyond quite literally eating it fresh from where it’s grown. When people refer to food processing, however, they are often referring to “ultra processed” foods, those that have been chemically altered for...
The Definitive Guide to Understanding Calories and Energy Balance Understanding what a calorie is will allow you to develop a healthy relationship with food. Knowing how many calories to eat will help you maintain or reach weight goals, improve energy and cognitive...
Macronutrients (or “macros”) refer to the carbohydrates, proteins and fats (lipids) found in the foods we eat. Any food or drink we put into our bodies is composed of one or more macronutrients and plays a role in digestion, nutrient absorption, energy and overall...