The Wellness Blog

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Probiotic Food Sources

Our gut microbiota contains trillions of microorganisms, including thousands of different species that are distinct to our individual guts a

Wellness Workdays

Dec 3, 20181 min read

Ease Arthritis With Omega 3

When you think of managing arthritis, your first thoughts are probably not food and nutrition. However, you may be missing out on a powerful

Wellness Workdays

Nov 26, 20181 min read

Gut Feelings

Could proper gut health be the answer to functioning your best physically, mentally and emotionally? Research has shown that there is a conn

Wellness Workdays

Nov 26, 20181 min read

Energy Drinks Versus Coffee

The energy drink market has been booming over the past decade. Yet, the buzz on the subject has been controversial. Some argue that energy d

Wellness Workdays

Nov 19, 20181 min read

Technology in the Kitchen

It seems like every day there’s a new gadget or app released that gives us the opportunity to add something to our day or to make our lives

Wellness Workdays

Nov 12, 20182 min read

Common Food Safety Mistakes

Every year, about 48 million Americans will suffer from a foodborne illness. Food poisoning is often overlooked, but can cause serious long-

Wellness Workdays

Nov 12, 20182 min read

Handling the Holidays With Food Allergies

For many families, the holidays are a time to get together and enjoy a festive meal. However, dealing with a food allergy can make holiday m

Wellness Workdays

Nov 5, 20182 min read

Tea Time

About half of the U.S. population will drink tea today, and this growing trend is expected to increase over the next five years. Although te

Wellness Workdays

Oct 29, 20182 min read

The Right Way to Cook Your Vegetables

Consuming vegetables are an important part of our everyday diet. They are packed with vitamins, minerals and fiber to help keep us healthy a

Wellness Workdays

Oct 19, 20182 min read

Eating Healthy on Your 12-Hour Shift

12-hour shifts. Long. Grueling. Exhausting. People who work long shifts are often in high pressure and demanding jobs. Finding time to eat a

Wellness Workdays

Oct 19, 20182 min read

Calcium: Not Just for Your Bones

Calcium is known for its contribution to bone health -- and for good reason. Bones and teeth hold over 99 percent of the body’s calcium, hel

Wellness Workdays

Oct 15, 20181 min read

Food and Mood: Diet and Depression

We’ve all heard the saying “eat for your health” -- but have you ever considered eating for your happiness? Poor diet can lead to a laundry

Wellness Workdays

Oct 15, 20182 min read

A Yogurt a Day Keeps Heart Disease at Bay

Hypertension, also known as chronic high blood pressure, is one of the top risk factors for developing heart disease. Currently, hypertensio

Wellness Workdays

Sep 25, 20182 min read

Eat Smart

When thinking about our diet, most of us think about heart health or maintaining or achieving a healthy weight. But one very important organ

Wellness Workdays

Sep 17, 20182 min read

The Secret Super Hero in Your Food

Every day, our bodies are exposed to harmful substances called free radicals that can cause damage to cells linked to cardiovascular disease

Wellness Workdays

Sep 12, 20182 min read

Stay Healthy With These Meal Prep Tips

We all have those days -- when our busy schedule makes cooking a healthy meal seem impossible. Meal preparation -- or “meal prep” -- refers

Wellness Workdays

Sep 4, 20182 min read

Wellness: The Importance of Social Interaction

Over the past few decades, social scientists have collected evidence to explain the link between social relationships and overall health. Pe

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Aug 28, 20182 min read

How Sleep Can Help or Sabotage Your Diet

Millions of Americans don’t get the recommended amount of sleep per night for good health. Amidst the obesity epidemic, diet and sleep have

Wellness Workdays

Aug 28, 20182 min read

Natural Flavors Vs. Artificial Flavors

Pick up almost any food item at the grocery store and you are likely to see “natural” flavors” in the ingredient list. What does this mean?

Wellness Workdays

Aug 22, 20181 min read

The Not So Sweet Side of Sugar

Many of us succumb to our infamous sweet tooth. But what is the difference between indulging occasionally in that sweet treat, versus consum

Wellness Workdays

Aug 7, 20182 min read