As a nutritionist, I have spent decades teaching people about healthy eating. I can explain fiber, protein, omega-3 fats, inflammation, blood sugar regulation, and the microbiome. I know which foods are rich in nutrients and why they matter. But recently, I learned a...
What is a Misogi? According to Depth Not Width, “Misogi is an ancient Japanese Shinto practice of water purification. Traditionally, it involves standing under an icy waterfall or bathing in a freezing river to wash away spiritual impurities and ego. In modern...
Day 6 Breakfast: Triple Berry Smoothie 1 scoop whey protein powder, 3 tablespoons ground flaxseeds, 1 cup blackberries, 1 cup kale, 1 cup almond milk. I didn’t have almond milk, so I placed 1 ½ cups of water in my Vitamix and added about 2 tablespoons of almonds, and...
Day 4 I’m only on Day 4, and I made myself a promise I would track my food for 2 weeks, so I will, but this is tougher than I thought it would be. I am so full all the time, which is not my favorite feeling. I am surprised by this exercise, as I generally eat lots of...
Day 2 If you’re like me, you’ll find that you’re fuller sooner and longer when increasing your dietary fiber. Also, I tend to cook my fish/meats, and some veggies, the day before and use them in a salad, but feel free to serve them hot with a side salad. Breakfast: 1...
I eat copious amounts of veggies, fruit, and other fiber-rich foods every day. I started tracking it (just out of curiosity), and found out I wasn’t consuming as much as I thought I was, about 30 -35 grams, so I’m on a mission to track my meals for 2 weeks, making...
