"Are bananas bad?" or "I've heard bananas are bad because they're high in sugar," I hear from clients quite often. If you know my nutrition philosophy, you likely already know that I believe there are no bad foods. That includes bananas! In this post, we're going to...
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The Benefits of NOT Working Out
Let's talk about the benefits of NOT working out. After running the Huntsville half marathon on Saturday, I planned to take a couple days off from working out like I usually do after a race, but then I wasn't feeling well and suddenly it's been 4 days since I last...
Is a Pre and Post Workout Snack Necessary?
As a sports dietitian, I talk a lot with clients about pre and post workout nutrition. But is a pre and/or post workout snack necessary? Well... it depends! Pre Workout Nutrition The goal behind pre workout nutrition is two-fold. If you're going to be doing an...
Why Consuming Enough Protein is Important
Today I'm going to discuss why consuming enough protein is important. What is Protein? Protein is one of the macronutrients (along with carbohydrates and fat) that provides calories and energy for the body. Protein is NOT a primary energy source for the muscles or for...