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Rethinking Nutrition: The Importance of Whole Foods vs Supplements
Walk down the supplement aisle and it’s easy to feel like you should be taking half the bottles on the shelf. Vitamin D for energy....
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Oct 72 min read


Back-to-School, Back-to-You: Real-Life Tips for Keeping Healthy Habits on Track
August hits, and suddenly life turns into a mix of drop-offs, pickups, endless emails from school, and wondering if the lunchbox from last year will ever stop smelling weird. Schedules shift. Evenings get busier. And it can feel like your healthy habits are the first thing to go.But here’s the thing: a schedule change doesn’t have to mean your wellness habits get bulldozed.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Aug 123 min read


The Menopause and Mental Health Connection: How to Reclaim Your Brain
Menopause is a significant life transition that can bring about various physical and emotional changes. While much attention is given to symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disturbances, it's equally important to focus on mental health during this time.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Jun 202 min read


The Power of BAMs: Bare Ass Minimums for Healthy Living in the Chaos
Life happens. And sometimes, despite our best efforts, our healthy habits can get completely derailed as we’re just trying to make it through the day.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Jun 62 min read


Menopause and the Brain Fog That Makes You Question Reality
If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and finding your brain feels like a browser with 42 tabs open—five of which are frozen and one is playing music somewhere—welcome to the fog. You're not going mad. You're just hormonal.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Apr 252 min read


Ultra-processed vs minimally-processed foods: Does it really matter?
Will adding more minimally-processed foods really make a difference?
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Jun 2, 20231 min read


How to eat healthy on a budget
With sky-high food prices, learn ways to eat healthy on a budget
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
May 1, 20232 min read


Sweet Potato "Toast"
Sweet potato toast is a unique, tasty, and nutritious way to include more veggies in your day.
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Apr 4, 20231 min read


Does it matter WHEN you eat?
We've all heard about eating or fasting certain times of the day. How important is it to reaching your goals?
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Feb 1, 20233 min read


Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Dec 30, 20222 min read


Are you struggling to change?
Have you ever told yourself, “I’m going to start eating healthy tomorrow!”? Then, tomorrow comes and you’re like, “Hmm, maybe I’ll start...
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Nov 1, 20222 min read


Do you need a kitchen makeover?
How to set up your kitchen environment that makes healthy eating a snap. No willpower needed!
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Sep 30, 20225 min read


Recipe: Turkey Meatballs
Adapted from Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow by Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky I'm not one to tell long tales about a recipe. I prefer...
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Feb 28, 20222 min read


How do you keep your nutrition on track during the holidays?
‘Tis the holiday season! We all know what that means - FOOD! Lots of parties, lots of family gatherings, and LOTS of food! While we...
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Nov 29, 20213 min read


The Challenge of Traveling with Food Intolerances
My oldest son and I just embarked on a trip to return him to college, which is 18 hours away from home. I admit this momma’s heart is a...
Melissa Monroe, Pn1
Aug 18, 20212 min read
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