by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition
The “Sunshine” Vitamin The dangers and effects of Covid-19 have been on the forefront of everyone’s mind since Chicago went under lockdown in March. With the constant threat of infection dominating most people’s health concerns, they are forgetting about the other...
by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition
The Basics of Nutrition More often than not, consumers only look at the number of calories listed on a product when they are deciding what to buy. Consumers are trained to believe that if there are fewer calories in a product it is healthier and more nutritious to...
by Health Loft | Oct 17, 2023 | Nutrition
What is hydration? Hydration before, during, and after a run is essential because our body is made up of about 45-75% water. As our muscles are working harder during a workout, we need more water and hydration to keep them functioning optimally and to avoid injury....
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
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, 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....
