Nutrition Tips • Nikki Kuban Minton

Is Peanut Butter Good For Me?

Nikki — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 19:00:57 +0000

“We often think of peanut butter as kid food, but it’s incredibly healthy for adults, too,” says Karen Ansel, M.S., R.D.N., the author of “Healing Superfoods for Anti-aging: Stay Younger, Live Longer.” Today is national peanut butter day, and with a food that is as versatile, portable, and delicious as peanut butter, how could you celebrate any other way than with a scoop of it!! I know not everyone likes peanut butter or some are unable to eat due to a food allergy, but if you are like me and are peanut butter crazy, then the good news is it’s healthy for you, right? Check out the article below for the inside “scoop” on peanut butter.

Is Peanut Butter Good for Me?

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9 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress Through Nutrition

Nikki — Wed, 28 Oct 2020 16:17:54 +0000

Stress is all around and there are many different reasons why we experience stress. Fortunately there are ways to deal with our stress through meditation, yoga, and other fitness programs. Another way to reduce stress is through our nutrition. Eating right and fueling your body with the appropriate foods can help you have the energy you need to face the day’s challenges. Without proper nutrition, one may feel drained and tired not being able to keep up with the day. If you are looking for ways to reduce stress with nutrition, check out the link below for 9 simple tips.

9 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress Through Nutrition

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Why Your Body May Not Be Getting the Nutrients It Needs

Nikki — Tue, 12 May 2020 20:30:09 +0000

“Desperate times call for desperate measures, right?” We all have been there before… you’re starving so you grab the first thing you see. Unfortunately, the foods we usually grab are unhealthy and do nothing for our bodies except fill them up with carbs, sugar, and fats. Maybe you try to grab for something you think is clean and healthy, but are these foods as nutrient-dense as you thought? The following link explains why your body may not be getting everything it needs and too much of what it doesn’t need!!

Why Your Body May Not Be Getting the Nutrients It Needs

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Can What You Eat Improve Your Mood?

Nikki — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 18:00:40 +0000

“We tend to think of the connection between food and mood as a one-way street. We eat something that tastes good, and it makes us feel good.” With emotions running high right now and our feelings all over the place, food often serves as a comfort to our emotions. Sometimes that’s a good thing and sometimes that is a bad thing. Choosing the right foods can really change our mood, but what are the “right foods” and how can these healthful foods keep the positive vibes going? Check out the link below and discover the good mood foods and how they impact the way we feel.

Can What You Eat Improve Your Mood? These Good-Mood Foods Can Help

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Why Transformation Happens Within

Nikki — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:24:43 +0000

Isabelle Daikeler, co-creator and formulator of Shakeology, sits down and talks about how food shouldn’t make you feel guilty and how she thinks real transformation starts within. “Paleo, keto, vegan, gluten-free — this black-and-white thinking is just another way for people to judge each other,” she says. “We need to be careful about deciding what is the right philosophy for everyone.” Check out the following article and discover how Isabelle Daikeler eats clean, has zero guilt, while still enjoying the foods she loves!!

Isabelle Daikeler, Shakeology Co-Creator, Talks Guilty Pleasures and Why Real Transformation Happens Within

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Simple vs. Complex Carbs

Nikki — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 20:00:56 +0000

Carbohydrates… does anyone else have a love/hate relationship with these??? You don’t want to love carbohydrates because you know that you shouldn’t be eating them but why are they so good?!?! Well, you may be in luck because there are actually two different types of carbohydrates, and one may be better for you than the other. Complex carbohydrates are made up of “sugar molecules that are strung together in long, complex chains” therefore they take longer to break down and release energy gradually. These include foods such as beans, whole grains, certain fruits and veggies, and lentils. Simple carbohydrates are quickly digested, low in fiber and nutrients, and are made up of refined, processed sugar. These include foods such as candy, chocolate, white bread, cola, and white rice. Check out the link below to discover more about simple vs. complex carbohydrates and how to choose the carbs that are best for you!!

The Difference Between Simple Carbs and Complex Carbs

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Health Benefits of Cucumbers

Nikki — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 19:39:36 +0000

Did you know that a cucumber is actually a fruit not a vegetable? Cucumbers are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family just like squash and melons. Cucumbers are low in calories, fat, cholesterol, and sodium. Cucumbers are high in water content which helps prevent dehydration. This can help maintain a healthy intestine, prevent constipation, and avoid kidney stones. Check out some other health benefits of cucumbers below… besides eating cucumbers to benefit from the nutrition, you can also use a cut cucumber to soothe sunburn!!

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Bananas are a Great Recovery Food!!

Nikki — Mon, 19 Aug 2019 18:23:45 +0000

Did you know that bananas are a great recovery food after a workout? It’s true, in fact, “The simple carbohydrates in bananas rapidly replenish muscle glycogen, the form of carbohydrates stored in muscle tissue that’s used during exercise,” says sports nutrition expert Marie Spano, M.S., R.D., C.S.C.S., C.S.S.D. Check out the link below for some more info. on bananas as a post-workout food, as well as some other foods that are great for recovery.

Are Bananas Really a Great Recovery Food?

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How to Make your Leftovers Taste Great Again

Nikki — Fri, 05 Jul 2019 20:00:08 +0000

Leftovers… we all have them, but how do you reheat them so they are edible again? I feel like I throw so many leftovers away because of being forgotten in the refrigerator or no one wants to eat rubber the second time around. The key is to reheat the leftovers the same way you cooked them the first time… check out the link below for some tips on how to make your leftovers taste great again. If you follow these simple steps, you may be surprised how many nights you can save yourself from cooking another meal!!

How to Make All Your Leftovers Taste Great

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12 Food Storage Tips

Nikki — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 15:00:19 +0000

“We’ve all been there before — tossing fuzzy raspberries, wilted parsley, and mushy apples into the trash bin with a heavy heart thanks to subpar food storage. It’s all too easy to forget about your groceries until they start stinking up your kitchen, but here’s the good news: knowing how to store them properly isn’t rocket science.” Does this sound familiar? If you said yes, then you want to check out the following article: 12 Food Storage Tips to Make your Groceries Last Longer. I get so frustrated when I have to throw away produce that I just bought because it spoiled so quickly. Fortunately there is a solution that doesn’t require too much extra time and will save you a lot of money in the long run!!

12 Food Storage Tips to Make Your Groceries Last Longer

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