Ashley Chookazian Nutrition Counseling

12/06/2016

The body only digests and absorbs a certain amount of protein every meal. Did you know the recommended intake of protein for women is 46grams a day and 56grams a day for men? Divide that by 3 meals (plus snacks) and that's not a whole lot of protein each time you eat. It's easier to get protein than you may think.

http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/12/06/well/eat/can-you-get-too-much-protein.html?_r=0&referer=https://www.google.com/

While some nutritionists have encouraged the protein craze, a number of experts are urging caution.

10/27/2016

Bored of your morning oatmeal and have a hankering for chocolate? Blend yourself up a nutritious [[Chocolate Oat Smoothie]]
1 cup almond milk
1/4 cup rolled oats
2 tbsp cacao powder
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 frozen banana
•blend all ingredients together until smooth, enjoy!

09/22/2016

Made a fancy weekday meal out of leftovers in under 10 minutes (to put together, extra 30 mins to bake)... 1. Keep cooked quinoa in fridge so you can whip it up into anything during the week
2. Leftover grilled chicken and veggies from night before
3. Make pesto in or in under 5 minutes
4. Stuff peppers with pesto, chicken, veggie mixture
5. Bake for 30 minutes at 350F

08/24/2016

Bacteria in the gut is determined by what we eat. Bacteria in your digestive system is directly related to your overall health. So it makes sense that your gut has more of an influence on your immune system than any other part of your body, don't you think?

08/22/2016

When it comes to food, an all-or-nothing mentality has very little basis in reality. Every time you eat is a chance to make healthy choices. And when you really focus on how much better you feel physically by making healthy choices, it's a positive and self-reinforcing cycle

08/03/2016

[[Chocolate Chia Protein Bowl]] Blend together:
1/2 cup almond milk
1/4 cup rolled oats
1 banana
2 tbsp cacao powder
2 tbsp h**p protein powder ---> after blending above ingredients, add 2-3 tbsp chia seeds. Mix through, let sit overnight in refrigerator.
Top with almond butter

07/26/2016

[[Chocolate Almond Butter Overnight Oats]]
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup almond milk
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp cacao powder
1 tbsp chia seeds
2 tsp pure maple syrup * top with cacao nibs + sliced fruit (can substitute for peanut butter/nut butter of choice)

07/11/2016

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Love the contagious positivity from Christine at .baklava_share_the_lav and her delicious Armenian pastries! She's an inspiration and leads by example to pursue your dreams!

06/28/2016

Water is a crucial nutrient, especially during the hot summer months. Studies have shown that even mild dehydration can alter mood, not to mention numerous physical symptoms including headache, exhaustion, and dizziness.

A common question is, how much water should I drink in a day? Find out below!

Join Now For The Best From David Wolfe “Drink more water” is a common piece of advice. Whether the problem is frequent headaches, dizziness, dry skin or trying to reach a weight loss goal, drinking enough water can be a helpful solution to a number of health problems. But exactly how much is “enough...

06/16/2016

It's not your fault you crave sugar. Sugar activates the reward system in our brains that releases dopamine, the pleasure chemical. Our brains (and taste buds) tell us to eat more sugar to satisfy the increasing sugar tolerance. Check out the always informative TED video below

http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_567061b2e4b0fccee1701d60

There's a reason it feels so darn good.

06/13/2016

Simple changes to your day add up over your lifetime. Take the stairs, forget about the elevator