As you begin your G-Plans journey, you’ll likely hear the term “metabolic efficiency” many times. In order to fully understand what that means, it’s important to recognize what metabolism means and how it relates to your overall health and fitness. Helpful Terms to know: Calorie: A unit of energy. Scientifically speaking, a calorie is the […]
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Plant Power: Herbal Medicine
Humans have been using plants and herbs for medicinal purposes for all of time. In fact, Neanderthal remains have been found with fragments of herbs that we still commonly use today! You may not realize it, but you’re probably already benefiting from the medicinal properties of plants just through simple activities such as drinking tea […]
Immune Health and COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, cases may be skyrocketing where you live. In addition to vigilant mask-wearing, social distancing, and proper hygiene practices, one of the best things you can do to protect yourself is improving the health of your immune system. Maintaining a nutrient-dense and whole-food diet that is rich in an abundance […]
Navigating Thanksgiving while Sticking to your Goals
As Thanksgiving draws near, it is normal to feel a little anxious about approaching the holiday while trying to stick to your diet. Fortunately, there are so many ways to make healthier alternatives to traditional Thanksgiving dishes while pleasing your whole family and sticking to your goals! If you are attending a Thanksgiving meal and […]
The Lowdown on Legumes: Packed with Plant Power!
The term “legume” is used to describe plants that produce edible seeds or pods that are used as food. What are examples of legumes? Pinto, navy, white, black, red, northern, garbanzo, cannellini, kidney, lima and adzuki beans; green, split and black-eyes peas; red and green lentils; and soybeans. Why should you eat them? Legumes come […]