Reading Time: 3 minutes Here at MNP, we believe that many of the best food choices center around organic options. There are many benefits of eating organic foods. The problem many people run into when trying to eat more organic is cost. So, below we’ll provide some tips for increasing your organic produce intake without breaking your budget. Benefits of Organic Food Some of … Read More
Top 8 Foods That Help Balance Blood Sugar
Reading Time: 3 minutes The blood sugar inside your body is your main source of energy. Also known as “glucose,” you get blood sugar from the foods you eat, and it’s transported to all of your cells. If blood sugar levels become too low or high, it can lead to a whole range of problems. Thankfully, there are some natural lifestyle changes, including foods, … Read More
What is the Healthiest (and Safest) Fish to Eat?
Reading Time: 3 minutes There has been a lot of discussion throughout the years about how much meat is safe to eat. Many of us turn to fish as a healthier alternative. After all, the American Heart Association does recommend eating fish one to two times per week. Plus, fish provide anti-inflammatory omega-3s, as well as essential minerals like selenium and vitamin D. But … Read More
Why Superfoods Work & 6 You Should Eat Regularly
Reading Time: 3 minutes The word “superfood” has been tossed around a lot in recent years, but there’s some ambiguity about what it actually means. There is no set definition of what makes one food more “super” than the other. However, there are certain foods that provide a greater density in nutrition. The benefits of superfoods—and which foods are deemed as such—comes down to … Read More
10 Healthy Eating Tips That Are Simple But Effective
Reading Time: 3 minutes A healthy diet is essential to a well-rounded, flourishing lifestyle. While your diet doesn’t need to be perfect, there are likely little ways it can be tweaked and enhanced. Starting small is a good way to make changes that stick. So, here are some easy healthy eating tips you can start incorporating today. You don’t have to make the change … Read More
How to Maintain Good Digestive Health
Reading Time: 3 minutes Every time you eat, your digestive system is working hard for you, breaking down food and assimilating it for your body to use. Are you giving it the support it needs to do its job? Without good choices that nourish your digestive health, issues may arise. Conditions that can result from poor digestion include: Irritable bowel syndrome Chronic constipation, which … Read More
33 High Fiber Foods You Need in Your Diet
Reading Time: 3 minutes Dietary fiber is the rough, indigestible part of plant foods. It’s a type of carbohydrate that your body does not break down or absorb—but it does a lot of good for your health. Eating plenty of high fiber foods each day can benefit your digestion, blood sugar, weight management and more. The Incredible Benefits of High Fiber Foods Since dietary … Read More
Is Alcohol Good for You? 3 Things to Know
Reading Time: 3 minutes Research on alcohol has made news headlines countless times with articles either applauding or denouncing its benefits. But what’s the truth? Is alcohol good for you, actually? Alcohol is a separate nutrient from carbs, fats or protein. It’s non-essential, meaning it provides calories, but your body does not need it to survive. When it comes to your health, the intent … Read More
Benefits of Fasting: Should You Try It?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Fasting means not eating for a certain period of time. Fasts can last anywhere from several hours to days at a time, and there are different reasons a person might fast. Let’s look at some benefits of fasting, different ways to fast, and whether it’s advisable for most people. Fasting is Nothing New Although fasting has become more popular in … Read More
Cutting Out Sugar This Year? Follow These Tips
Reading Time: 3 minutes Two of the most common resolutions people make each year are to eat better and to lose weight (closely matched with getting more exercise). For many people, that starts with cutting out sugar—or, at least, reducing many of common sugar sources. You’ve likely seen the rise in low carb, low sugar diets over the years. While the “perfect diet” looks … Read More