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What to look out for when Googling nutrition advice.
The internet can only get you so far. Find out how a dietitian “screens” websites for trustworthy nutrition information. Remember that your current health status doesn’t fit into a box. Your health is systemic. When determining a nutrition plan, we look at the whole...
I’ve removed gluten from my diet, but I still have symptoms. Why?
If you’ve been diagnosed with celiac disease, non-celiac wheat sensitivity, or wheat allergies, you’ve probably been instructed to remove gluten from your diet. It is much easier said than done! You could still be having symptoms because: 1.You still need to remove...
Dietary Recommendations for illness
Since the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services issued a news release on July 23rd stating that hospitalizations for COVID-19 doubled in two weeks, we thought it would be a good idea to share what we know about nutrition & COVID-19. The immune...
Do I really need to take Branched Chain Amino Acids?
If you spend time around athletes in the gym and in running groups, you’ll probably hear some debate about branch chain amino acids (BCAAs). What are they and how do they impact sport performance? What are Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAA)? Branched Chain Amino Acids...
Fast Food Options You Didn’t Know Were Vegan
We visited Panera, Chipotle, Wendy’s, and McDonald's to find out the healthiest vegan option on the menu! Need help making sure you’re eating a balanced vegan diet? Request a complimentary consultation with a TNT provider and ask about our personalized meal plans. ...
Getting Fluid- Electrolyte Balance
Lethargy, fatigue, heat exhaustion, hyperthermia, heat stroke, passing out, and losing consciousness are signs of fluid-electrolyte imbalance in athletes. Electrolytes are charged ions (hence “electro”) that can be lost through sweat. In the body, those charges are...
Achieve Balance with Adaptogens
Apoptogenic teas, kombuchas, hot chocolates, and coffee and alcohol alternatives are trending social media, claiming benefits for mental and physical performance, immunity, and more. But what are adaptogens, and are they safe? Adaptogens are plants that are thought to...
Top Gluten-Free Foods of 2020-2021
The TNT Wellness Facebook Group was buzzing about Gluten Free options in 2020-2021. We compiled a list of our clients’ favorite brands and recipes! Do I need to eat Gluten-Free? Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye products. Some people get sick when...
Signs of Adrenal Fatigue
The theory of adrenal fatigue says when the body is constantly in a state of fight or flight from physical, emotional, or mental stress the adrenal glands may be unable to keep up with hormone production causing undesirable symptoms. Because exercise is a form of...
Three Hormones that Sabotage your Weight Loss
The old idea that “calories in minus calories out” is the only thing that matters in weight loss has been debunked, and now we know that toxins, genetics, activity, sleep, stress, medications, and hormones also contribute to weight management. Let’s take a deeper dive...
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