Put down the cookies and colorful candies and indulge in a natural treat that satisfies your cravings while potentially making your body healthier. A recently-published review article by researchers in Malaysia discusses the protective effects of honey against metabolic syndrome in both animal and human models. Metabolic syndrome is a conglomerate of multiple risk factors […]
The Pros and Cons of Coffee
A daily cup of coffee, is it benefiting your health or is it derailing you from reaching your health goals? The answer may not be so black and white. Patti Miller, a BaySport Nutritionist, is here to show both sides of the argument. Pros: According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics your morning cup of coffee […]
Hydration 101
Photo by Gustavo Fring from Pexels As we begin to experience the summer heat, it is important to remember how to properly stay hydrated. Water is one of the most essential components of the human body, consisting of about 70 percent water (Bachus, 2016). It regulates the body’s temperature, cushions and protects vital organs and aids the digestive […]