You’ve probably seen or heard messages saying “Do more cardio so you can get slim” or “These exercises will grow your glutes!” But how often do you hear about people having fun while they exercise?
Diet culture and gym culture tell us that we need to be a certain size and shape to have value. Many people are motivated to work out because they want to change the way their body looks. They usually… Read more
Demystifying Fat Myths: What You Need to Know About Dietary Fats
For decades, dietary fat has been a topic of intense scrutiny and countless myths. It’s no wonder that many people are confused about fats. In this blog, we’ll debunk some of the most persistent myths about dietary fats and help you understand the crucial role fats play in your overall health.
Myth 1: Fat is unhealthy
One of the most common misconceptions… Read more
The Sweet Deception: Debunking the Myth of Sugar
Sugar, the sweet seductress in the world of food, has long been demonized and glorified in equal measure. It’s the ingredient we love to hate, yet can’t seem to resist.
The myths and misconceptions about sugar have permeated our culture, leading to both misinformation and confusion. In this blog, we’ll dive into the myths about sugar – deciphering fact from fiction.
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Myth Debunked: 10,000 Steps a Day Is Required for Good Health
The idea that taking 10,000 steps a day is the key to good health has been ingrained in popular culture for years.
Whether through fitness trackers or well-intentioned advice from health professionals, many of us have been striving to reach this magic number.
But is this target based on scientific evidence, or is it just another health myth? Let’s explore the origins… Read more
5 Mid-Semester Stress Busters
Stress gets a bad rap, but it isn’t all bad. Stress can be quite a motivator and reveals to us our values and what we care most about.
A little bit of stress is good; it is what helps to keep us going. But, when stress consumes us and starts to take over our daily lives, then it might be time for a change.
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Why It’s Time to Ditch the “Good” and “Bad” Food Labels
You’ve heard people say things like, “I was so bad last weekend, all I ate was junk” or “This week I was so good, I didn’t eat any ice cream!”
If you’ve had these thoughts before, it’s not your fault. Diet culture is everywhere, including food packaging and Pinterest sites. Packages scream messages like “guilt-free,” “sin-free” or “superfood”? Pinterest sites have names like “clean eats” and “guilty pleasures”.
The problem with these phrases and marketing strategies is that they imply that… Read more