Nutrition and Wellness

SIMPLICITY OVER SUPERFOODS The goal this month? Simplicity. For many of us, the new year brings about that contagious excitement “to get back on track”, whether that’s carving out a new plan for healthy living, setting intentions for the year, or returning to previous goals for a more balanced routine. You’re probably seeing headlines and social media posts saying “detoxes” and “cleanses” everywhere right now. I’m here to tell you that you don’t need to put yourself through one of those. Your body, in fact, is an incredible machine that knows how to cleanse. It’s easy to get swept up in the marketing power of these promises and spend a lot of money while you’re at it! That’s why simplicity is top of mind for us here at Tattvum. Simple, whole-food ingredients are typically in fact just as powerful as the “superfoods” that you read and hear about. Set your focus this month on simplicity, don’t overcomplicate things! A healthy, balanced diet that’s full of whol...

3 Super-foods you already have at home! Hey guys! I’m all about making nutrition and wellness as simple as possible here at Tattvum , and one easy way to boost your nutrition is to simply add more of the good stuff!  In today’s post, I’m sharing 3 of my favorite common super-foods that are probably already in your kitchen. You can easily incorporate into your favorite meals, snacks, or smoothies to boost the nutrition content. Keep reading for the list! What’s  a super-food, anyway?  Super-foods are called “super” because they boast a very high amount of nutrients in just one small serving. Imagine super-foods as just an ingredient that has A LOT of the good stuff your body needs to feel amazing.  Below I’ve shared 3 of my favorites how they can improve your health and optimize your meals or snacks.  Lemon- A vitamin C rich low sugar fruit that add zing to your meals with both its flavor and vitamin C boost! Try squeezing fresh lemon on gr...

Valentine’s Day – the food of love Spoil your loved one, but not your waistline! Valentine’s Day brings not only feelings of love and joy, it also brings high-calorie chocolates, candies, cookies and other treats. In this article I hope to help you add a splash of healthy romance to your Valentine’s Day . Whether you are eating out or staying in or just looking for heart healthy tips, this article is just for you!! Let’s try to celebrate the love filled day in a healthy way. Here are some tips: Eating out? ü   If you are taking your loved one to a restaurant, don’t worry, you don’t have to deny to outside food. Take your time, enjoy the food and company and try to eat smart. ü   Find out if your meal can be made without butter, oil, ghee or anything that could help you cut down on extra calories. ü   Remember, grilled/ stir fry/ baked is usually better than fried. ü   Consider ordering a light soup/starter. This will ...