Way beyond bubble baths:  A Real-World Guide to Self-Care & why it matters Self-care  is “ the ability to care for oneself through awareness, self-control, and self-reliance in order to achieve, maintain, or promote optimal health and well-being .”→ ( Martínez et al., 2021 )  Why Self-Care Matters Root causes of many chronic diseases stem from chronic stress on the body. Practicing self-care helps build personal resilience and decreases stress on the body. The idea of self-ca

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Genetics plays a vital role in weight management, affecting appetite, metabolism, fat storage, and response to exercise. By understanding...

As the holiday season comes upon us, so do the festive social gatherings that can lead to the enjoyment of more food, drinks, and...

Mocktails have taken the spotlight in recent years, providing a delightful alternative for those who want to enjoy a flavorful beverage...

Headed to college this semester or know a college student? Maintaining a healthy diet in a college dining hall can feel quite challenging...

Could the timing of our meals be as important to our ability to lose or maintain weight as what we are eating? Chrononutrition or meal...

For decades the idea of calories in, calories out has been the model for weight management. This is often called the Energy Balance...

The New York Times recently published an article stating we have been misled about menopause. I can agree with that, but I think what...

Could hydration be the missing link in delaying the aging process? According to the latest research by the NIH, it could be. Decreased...

As we approach that time of year where resolutions seem to abound, learning how to create positive habits by habit stacking is the key to...

There are a lot of reasons why it can be so difficult to stay focused on health during the holidays. The novelty effect of food can be...

In my last blog regarding mood and behaviors, we looked at obsession, anxiety, depression, and impulsivity. In this blog, we dive into...

This is a question that I am sure many of us have thought about and questioned. Do we inherit our behaviors and moods from our parents...

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Can you influence your mood and behavior through nutrition and lifestyle strategies? Looking at your unique genetic variations along...

Those songs from House of Pain and Kris Kros from the 90s telling us to jump around may have been some of the best advice we got back...

Have you ever wondered why some people struggle with weight management or loss while others seem to have no issue at all? Why can some...

Welcome to the Decoding Nutrition Answers Blog! We are happy that you are here! Our hope is that we can help you explore what is...

Who couldn't use more energy every day? Varying your diet each and every day may just be the key to find that energy boost! What we choose