There are claims out there that apple cider vinegar (ACV if you want to sound like an insider!) is the "cure all" and should be consumed everyday to help with certain health issues. But is it really a "cure all" and is it just that easy? In this post we will discuss what ACV is, what it claims to do, and which claims are true. What Is ACV? When the glucose in apple juice is fermented by yeast and bacteria, the product is acetic acid, or vinegar. Some will claim that … [Read more...]
Omega-3s
To finish off our Immunity series, we will lastly be talking about omega-3's! Information about omega-3s that surface the internet can be confusing and we are here to help! What are omega-3s? Omega-3s are fatty acids that can be found in a variety of foods. The three main omega-3s are ALA, EPA, and DHA. The three different fatty acids can also be found in a variety of food groups that we will discuss later. ALA is an essential fatty acid. This means our body can not … [Read more...]
[WEBINAR] Carbs: Necessary or Not?
In our current culture it seems that we constantly hear people say they are cutting out carbs or they are doing a 'low carb' diet. Keto is one of those diets that have been popular in the past few years. You might wonder, what do carbs do for your body and why are they sometimes considered 'bad'? In the webinar recording and slides below we will talk all about carbs! By the end of this webinar, you know all there is to know about eating carbs and whether they are necessary … [Read more...]
[WEBINAR] Which Is Best? Organic or Conventional
In social media and popular culture, there is a big debate about which type of foods are better, organic or conventional. In this webinar, we discussed what they are, how these foods are grown, labeling, and which one is better for you. This was an informative webinar for knowing where your food comes from and what different food labels really mean. The following was discussed in the webinar.... Definitions of what organic and conventional foods areOrganic food labels and … [Read more...]
Science Based Nutrition: How to Read Nutrition Studies Like A Pro! Webinar Recording & Resources
Do you feel confused and overwhelmed at the large amount of nutrition information and media out there? This webinar is for you! We will walk you through the importance of evidence-based science, how to validate different media sources, and how to read nutrition research articles like a pro! Watch the webinar recording here! Intern Courtney provided copies of her notes regarding the studies we discussed in the webinar. Find her notes on the "nutrition news" articles we … [Read more...]
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