So you were good for 9 months of pregnancy and avoided alcohol. Congratulations! But now you’ve been breastfeeding for months, and the holiday party invitations are rolling in. Do you drink alcohol? Abstain? While abstinence is always a good choice, if you decide to indulge in a little holiday cheer, it’s best to do so […] Read more…
Diet & Nutrition
Caffeine – America’s Most Popular Drug
Would you rather give up your cell phone for a month or stop drinking coffee? Do you trudge to the coffee pot before any other morning activity? If so, you’re not alone. Statistics show that 83% of Americans drink coffee, and most would admit to being totally addicted to their morning java. Coffee is our […] Read more…
Omega-3s for Mood Support
Omega-3’s are healthy ingredients from fish that promote heart and brain health, and also support a healthy mood. Many nutritionists, including the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in a position paper released in July of 2014, encourage pregnant women to consume at least 8 oz. of seafood per week to promote infant eye and […] Read more…
When Women Need Chocolate
Chocolate contains lots of mood-enhancing components—sugar, caffeine, and several trace minerals. Research show that chocolate is the number one food craved by women. So when you’re stressed or feeling down, should you give in to your cravings or resist? The sensible answer is that eating small amounts of chocolate on occasion is okay. But the […] Read more…
Stable Blood Sugar Helps Stabilize Mood
There’s an old saying “You are what you eat.” It’s true. Your diet affects not only your physical, but also your emotional health. A healthy diet, one that avoids spikes in blood sugar, is one part of an overall strategy for a happier and healthier you. Most people will function best when their blood sugar […] Read more…