Our cardiovascular health can be directly impacted by the foods we eat. We frequently hear that the best diet is one that is high in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and low in saturated fats and cholesterol. This is actually an excellent diet that can benefit our hearts. Blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol are three factors that affect our heart health.
In honor of Eating Disorder Awareness week I would like to share my own story. My struggle with eating disorders is not pretty but it has some pretty endings.
Have you heard of the Five Love Languages? They are: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service, and Physical Touch. I propose a sixth - Nutrition.
Nutrition as a love language is two-fold: An act of self-care and a source of joy. Self-care is a way to show love to yourself and we enjoy (and maybe even love - I'm looking at you, dark chocolate) nutrition.
Psst… 🤫 Let us tell you a secret. When you eat breakfast like a queen, you don’t have to overcomplicate it.
Here is one of our favorite recipes for breakfast. 👸🏼 It’s easy, packed with nutrients, and we can take it on the go.
Let us know what you think!