by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Mar 2, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles |
Creating a healthy lifestyle doesn’t happen overnight – it’s a collection of small healthy habit that are formed over time. Over time, those small habits create a healthy lifestyle. Time, money, motivation, family. The excuses and barriers to creating a healthy...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 18, 2016 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
Caffeine, beta-alanine, branched-chain amino acids and creatine are a few popular ergogenic aids taken to support sports performance. Here’s a closer look into each, and what the science says. Athletes are always searching for ways to improve their performance....
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 9, 2016 | Articles, Nutrition |
Dark chocolate contains flavonoids that offer more than just a sweet treat. Studies show that it can play a positive role on heart health, weight management, diabetes and stress levels. For 65 years, every Valentine’s Day, my great-grandpa bought his wife a big,...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 2, 2016 | Healthy Living, Articles |
Rewarding your success provides motivation to stay-on-track and work harder toward goals, while providing a sense of accomplishment. The next time you set your New Year’s intentions, or any goal, consider rewading yourself with one of these five ideas that...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jan 15, 2016 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
The cold, dry air, layers of clothing and a reduced thirst mechanism all make winter dehydration a risk for athletes. What athletes need to know, and tips to prevent it. Did you know, the risk of dehydration in the winter is just as similar to that in the summer? If...
Hi, I’m Heather – a registered dietitian, busy mom, consultant, adventure junkie and travel addict who has mastered living healthy on the go. My blog is where I share simple recipes and healthy living tips to help and inspire others to live their best life.