by Amy Goodrich | May 2, 2016 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing
Except for water, proteins are the most abundant substances found in our body. They are involved in nearly every task. We need protein to repair and maintain body tissues such as skin, hair, muscles, eyes, and organs. Moreover, they are needed to transport and store...
by Amy Goodrich | Jan 28, 2016 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog, Holistic Healing
Although I’m not a huge fan of powders and supplements, spirulina is one of the exceptions I gladly make. Especially when you are committing to a (mainly) plant-based lifestyle it is worth adding this superfood to your daily diet. It houses a fair share of...
by Amy Goodrich | Aug 15, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog
Often we are told that fish is good for us. It is low in fat, provides tissue building proteins, and is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. Look at the Mediterranean diet, touted as one of the most heart- and health-friendly diets. And this is where fish is...
by Amy Goodrich | Jul 30, 2015 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog, Weight Loss
Often I’m asked if carbs are the bad guys and proteins should be the nutrient to consume instead. The answer is no; both are essential for our body and we should consume them on a daily basis. Fiber, carbs, fats, proteins, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals all play...
by Amy Goodrich | Feb 20, 2014 | Nutrition, EatLove.Live Blog
Although I’m not a vegan or vegetarian, many of our dishes are and we often get the question from family and friends how we meet our body’s daily need for protein. And the answer is simple, most plants contain protein and it is a matter of adding the right kind of...
