Here’s how it happened… you were sitting at home. It was late. The day was stressful. You have to pick up your Mother-In-Law from the airport in less than 5 hours. Your house is a mess. Your boss isn’t to thrilled with you being out last week because your kid...
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Advanced Performance Training Tips
Team Odom wants to congratulate everyone that participated in the Twin Cities Marathon and races this weekend. Whether this was your first race or your 52nd race, OHW is proud of you and proud to support you in your race prep and recovery. As you plan out your...
Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe
Chocolate Chia Pudding Makes 4 Servings Add toppings to this chia pudding recipe like shredded coconut, raspberries, strawberries, nuts, dried fruit or chopped dark chocolate to this healthier and natural pudding. 1 cup vanilla soy milk 1 cup low-fat Greek vanilla...
New Recommendations for Overweight People with Heart Risks
The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) just published new recommendations for overweight people with heart risks (such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure). This even includes people that have pre diabetes or elevated blood sugar levels...
Red, White, and Blue Rice Krispie Treat Sparklers #eatclean
We all know how excited our kids get for the 4th of July. Whether you are heading up to the cabin, spending the day with family, or celebrating at your home--the day is simply not the same without a festive July 4 dessert. Here’s a fun and easy recipe to spark your...
16 Nutrients Important for Inflammation in Heart Health
Right after finishing my undergraduate at Iowa State University, I was fortunate enough to have an internship with one of the leading cardiothoracic surgeons in the world. It was pretty cool. This surgeon and the guys in his group were amazing. I'd stroll in sometime...
Lesser Known Nutrients for Heart Health
Here is a list of nutrients (vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamin-like compounds, etc) that play lesser known yet important roles in managing inflammation-particulary in regards to heart health. This list is not all inclusive but it will hopefully...
Fruits and Vegetables Prolong Life
Did y’all see the study that hit the media a few weeks ago? Researchers found that eating 7-10 servings of fruits and vegetables each day will prolong your life compared to people that eat 1 or less servings per day. In fact, eating at least 7 servings of these plant...
3 Recipes to Improve Nutrient Absorption
One of my favorite undergraduate nutrition classes was Advanced Human Nutrition and Metabolism. The course definition includes: Physiological and biochemical basis for nutrient needs; assessment of nutrient deficiency and toxicity; examination of nutrient functions...