by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition, Uncategorized
It’s a myth that we have to choose between health and pleasure — that the foods we love aren’t compatible with good health. But enjoying a slice of birthday cake at a party with friends is as integral to our health as eating grain bowls and leafy green salads....
by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition
What exactly is a plant-based diet? Plant-based or plant-centric eating has made its way to the dinner table and we are here for it! With so many variations of eating patterns like vegetarian, flexitarian, pescatarian, etc., it can be confusing to keep track of what...
by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition
Ask any chef what makes a great meal and they’ll tell you: salt to enhance flavor, fat for taste and texture, and acid for balance. Stocking a pantry with essentials starts here. If you have these elements on hand, creating meals, whether it’s for one day or one week,...
by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition
Foods get the “nutrient dense” designation if they are high in nutrients but low in calories. By that definition, a nutrient-dense meal should be filled with fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and complex carbohydrates because they have fewer calories relative to...
by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Lifestyle, Nutrition
For most people a good workout involves pushing yourself a little harder to get a little stronger. After you exercise, the body goes about its recovery process to heal and grow muscle. This recovery cycle is critical to your muscle improvement and the building of...
