Are you the type of person who eats really well during the day but looses control at night? Many people find themselves eating late at night, even when they aren’t hungry but how can you change that behaviour? Here are 5 tips to stop overeating at night.

Fat is one of the body’s most basic building blocks. The average person is made up of between 15 and 30 percent fat, and we need fat and cholesterol for creating hormones, such as: sex hormones (estrogen and testosterone); adrenal hormones (cortisol that regulates metabolism); and steroid hormones and prostaglandins.; however, it is not only important that we choose the right kind of fat coming from whole foods but also that we don't damage these fats.

Tofu has gained popularity over the past years especially if you follow a vegetarian diet but is it truly a good substitute for meat?

The worldwide prevalence of obesity more than doubled between 1980 and 2014, and today it is considered a global epidemic according to the WHO. Obesity can lead to many other diseases such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high blood pressure.

During adolescence, the body’s demand for nutrients increases.  There is also more risk for nutrient deficiencies as teens tend to make poorer food choices.

You may have been hearing a lot of buzz about Chaga lately but what exactly is it and what does it do? 

It is one thing to notice an increase in appetite if you have been training or are pregnant; however, if you always feel hungry for no reason, this could mean a hormone imbalance.

Getting kids to eat their fruits and veggies can be a challenge for many parents.  Smoothies are a great way to get picky eaters eating nutrient dense foods.