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  • Fueling Excellence: How Your Diet Elevates Daily Performance

    by Donna Medina
    As the first rays of the new year's sun touch the horizon, it's a time of renewal and reawakening, not just for our aspirations but also for the ve...

  • Nourishing Your Body: A Guide to Achieving Nutritional Wellness

    by Donna Medina
    Good nutrition is the cornerstone of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. It fuels our bodies, supports overall well-being, and plays a crucial role i...

  • Nutrition and Wellness: The Key to a Healthy Life

    by Donna Medina
    Nutrition plays a crucial role in our overall health and wellness. Eating a balanced diet can provide the necessary nutrients our bodies need to fu...

  • Enhancing Nutrition Counseling with Weekly Behavior Change Methods

    by Donna Medina
    Nutrition counseling can be a valuable tool for improving health and wellness, but making lasting changes to diet and lifestyle habits can be chall...

  • Breaking the Weight Loss Barrier: How to Achieve Success and Keep the Weight Off

    by Donna Medina

    Another important factor in weight loss success is having a strong support system. Surrounding yourself with people who encourage and support you can help you stay motivated and accountable. Joining a weight loss program, fitness community, or hiring a personal coach can provide the support you need to succeed.

  • The Impact of Lectins on Health: Common Foods and Ways to Mitigate Their Effects

    by Donna Medina
    If you're concerned about the potential negative effects of lectins on your health, I'm here to help. As a sports nutrition coach, I can provide personalized guidance and support to help you achieve your health and wellness goals while mitigating the impact of lectins on your health. I can help you develop a balanced and nutritious diet that includes a diverse range of foods while also providing guidance on soaking, sprouting, fermenting, and cooking foods to reduce their lectin content.

  • Rehydrate, Refuel, and Repair: Essential Components of Optimal Bodily Function and Performance

    by Donna Medina
    Our bodies are incredible machines, capable of performing extraordinary feats of endurance and strength. Whether we're pushing ourselves through a ...

  • Probiotics 101: The Benefits of Good Bacteria for Gut Health

    by Donna Medina
    Probiotics may sound like a fancy term, but in reality, they're just a type of beneficial bacteria that can help support your gut health. These liv...

  • What is Fasted Cardio? Understanding the Benefits and Risks

    by Donna Medina
    Fasted cardio is a type of cardiovascular exercise that is performed on an empty stomach, typically in the morning before breakfast. During fasted ...

  • Eating for Performance, Health, and Aesthetics: Understanding the Differences and Importance of Each Approach

    by Donna Medina

    When it comes to eating for health, the focus is on providing the body with the nutrients it needs to maintain optimal health and prevent chronic disease. This typically involves consuming a variety of whole, minimally processed foods that are rich in nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and fiber. In fact, research has shown that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein sources can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer (3).

  • Say No to the Cheat Meal Trap: Why You Should Break Up with Your Food Frenemy

    by Donna Medina
    Have you heard of cheat meals? They're basically a chance to indulge in your favorite foods once in a while, with the idea that it'll help you stic...

  • Portion Control: How to Regulate Food Portion Sizes and Understand When It's Enough

    by Donna Medina
    Sometimes I suffer with portion control….Are you struggling with portion control? Do you find yourself eating too much, even when you're not hungry...