Compared to winter, summer poses different threats to our diets and wellbeing. Fight dehydration, the heat, unbalanced meals and feel great all summer long with these basic tips! We love […]

Making sure you eat enough could be the secret weapon to hitting new PBS. It doesn’t matter what you’re chasing; whether it’s a deadlift PB, a set of toned abs […]

by Registered Dietitian, Emily Leffew This month we are talking about a special category of nutrients called phytonutrients. Phyonutrients are a subset of compounds found in plant foods that people […]

Understanding Your Gut Microbiome If you’ve never heard of this term before, your gut microbiome is a microscopic world that’s actually found within your own body. There are trillions of […]

Start your day the nutritious and stress-free way! Join us at Green Top Grocery for a fun, hands-on breakfast food prep event. In this 2-hour workshop lead by our Registered […]

Nutrients that are Important for Bone Density When we think about building strong bones and keeping our bones as dense as possible as we get older, a lot of times […]

 How to Support Your Healthy Gut Bacteria Fun fact: we all have trillions of bacteria that live inside of our intestines. Most of them live in our large intestine or […]

 Presented by CHFC Dietitian Emily Leffew, RD LDN Carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients that we get from the food we eat. Macro means “large,” and nutrients are substances […]

If you’ve been trying to get rid of that layer of fat that seems to have settled in your lower belly area but you see no results, have a look […]

Live your best every day: eat well, stay active, maintain a healthy weight, and keep stress under control. Sleep soundly, embrace prevention, nurture passions and authentic relationships. Say no to […]

 Presented by CHFC Dietitian Emily Leffew February is National Heart Month – a perfect time to talk about cholesterol numbers and which numbers count towards a healthy heart. When you […]

Nutrients that Can Help Boost your Immune System During the Winter Months Presented by CHFC Registered Dietitian Emily Leffew The specific nutrients that are best known to help support the […]

Your diet has a major impact on the function of the body’s natural defenses. Find out which nutrients can help you get through the colder months. The immune system is […]

After the pandemic, health has certainly risen to the top of the list of consumers personal priorities, especially after so many weeks of lockdown. Among the primary strategies for strengthening […]

Compared to winter, summer poses different threats to our diets and wellbeing. Fight dehydration, the heat, unbalanced meals and feel great all summer long with these basic tips! We love […]

Scientific evidence on the importance of strength training for patients being treated with GLP-1s The effects of drug-induced weight loss on muscle tissue In recent years, a new category of […]

Are you training hard but still haven’t reached your target results? The secret is rest. Find out why. When it comes to performance, the easy part is the training. For […]

In the last decades, the relevance of obesity and overweight in developed economies is experiencing an upward trend: it’s about time to roll up our sleeves and tackle both its […]

Eggscellent lean protein source! Eggs have gotten a bad rap over the years for those with heart disease. Why? Because some believe they are too high in cholesterol, a blood […]

Whether you follow a vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, or all foods included diet, one thing they all should have in common is this:  Make sure to always include a source of […]

Did you know that according to the CDC and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, only 10% of Americans consume enough fruits and vegetables? Fruits and vegetables play an important role […]

It’s important to remember that all the fun traditional beverages served around this time of year aren’t simply calorie, fat, or sugar-free. For example, a Grande Peppermint Mocha from Starbucks […]

Have you been trying to improve your health but find yourself constantly surrounded with holiday desserts, foods, and snacks? Eating a nutritious diet can prevent you from overconsuming holiday treats […]

Scrumptious Seasonal Fall Veggies November is a great time to eat in-season fall vegetables. These include: beets, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, eggplant, kale, pumpkin and squash. Try roasting […]

If you struggle from mid-morning energy crashes there are a few things you can try using nutrition! Adding protein to your breakfast is a great way to keep you satisfied […]

October is the month where there seems to be Halloween candy everywhere you turn. While a little bit can fit into a healthy diet, you’d be surprised to know how […]

Health Benefits of Including Pumpkin in your Diet: Pumpkin is a great source of beta-carotene which is converted to vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A helps to promote immunity […]

Summer Popsicle Recipe: OJ Pops! Enjoy a great source of Vitamin C while refreshing those tastebuds. 6 oz thawed orange juice concentrate 1 cup milk 1 cup water EITHER: 3 […]

May is National Employee Health and Fitness Month Since many of us spend a good deal of time at work, here are a few ways you can incorporate healthier habits […]

Following a vegetarian diet? Whether you are or are not, these are good tips to ensure you’re getting a balanced diet with plenty of veggies! Try to add extra veggies […]