The Nourished Beet | Words of Wellness

February 20, 2023

American Heart Month: How to Show Your Heart Some Love

It’s fitting that Valentine’s Day falls in February—it’s American Heart Month. While our favorite Hallmark holiday has passed, we’re still turning your attention to the heart—and for a good reason: to help raise awareness about cardiovascular health. Highlights:

December 13, 2022

The Do-Nothing Approach to Common Illness

Did you know that catching the common cold & flu has its benefits? That’s right! Although we could do without the uncomfortable symptoms, having a cold or the flu allows your body to cleanse and rid itself of conditions that develop due to a weakened immune system (most often a result of unhealthy lifestyle practices). Highlights:

December 15, 2021

Skip the Hot Chocolate: Warm Up with THESE Beverages

From Peppermint Hot Chocolate and White Mochas to Gingerbread and Eggnog Lattes, the winter selection at your local coffee shop may be exciting, but it is FAR from healthy. Packing in an average of 50 grams of sugar (or MORE!) per 16 ounces, plus natural and artificial flavors, thickeners, GMOs, caramel color and high fructose corn syrup, most of these...

November 15, 2021

Fall Superfood Spotlight: Spices

Did you know the change in seasons calls for a change in your eating? A healthy diet in the fall and winter months looks very different than in the spring and summer. In hot and humid months, your body needs cooling hydrating foods such as cucumbers, tomatoes and lettuce, while in cooler temperatures it looks for warmth and comfort. Highlights:

October 15, 2021

Cassia vs. Ceylon Cinnamon: Are You Using the Right Kind?

Cinnamon is a commonly used spice with powerful medicinal properties! As one of the world’s healthiest foods, cinnamon is rich in antioxidants, polyphenols and minerals, and contains anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and antimicrobial properties. Great for boosting immunity, cinnamon also promotes blood sugar balance, protects the brain and supports digestion. Highlights:

September 15, 2021

Weight Loss Tip: Start Eating Earlier

Trying to lose weight, beat the bloat, prevent acid reflux and sleep better at night? We have a simple solution for you: eat earlier dinners! Closing the kitchen at least three hours before bed is a seemingly small habit shift that can yield big results. Why? Because it aligns with your body’s natural circadian rhythm and restores balance in all...

August 13, 2021

Back to School: Immune-Boosting Meals

Just like that, the end of summer is nearing and it is officially back-to-school season—time to re-establish the weekday routine of homework, bedtime, the morning bustle and packing lunches. For children and parents, deciding what to eat can be a food fight. Creating meals and snacks that are both healthy and appealing to a child can seem nearly impossible. Luckily,...

July 14, 2021

Is It Normal To Be Thirsty All The Time?

Your body is always talking to you—but are you listening? Well-fed, hydrated, rested and supported people have natural energy, sharp minds, strong digestion, uplifted moods and balanced hormones. When these essentials are compromised, symptoms show up. From aches, pain and inflammation to excessive thirst, hunger, and cravings, symptoms act as warning signs drawing attention to deeper issues. If you are...

June 15, 2021

5 Simple Ways to Cut Back on Sneaky Sugars

Americans are addicted to sugar. Two hundred years ago, the average American ate 2 pounds of sugar a year; today, the average is 150 pounds of sugar per person per year—that’s a whopping 44 teaspoons a day! The problem with sugar is the more you have, the more you want. As the primary driver of hunger, cravings and weight gain,...

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