What’s All The Hype About Chia Seeds?
Chia seeds are one of the biggest food trends in years. The tiny black seeds from the chia plant (Salvia hispanica) are hugely popular now, but their history dates back to 3,500 B.C. and the Aztec and Mayan cultures. In the Mayan language, the word “chia” means “strength.” Sounds good, but what’s the real deal […]
Is Dopamine Causing Your Midnight Snacking?
Did you know that the brain’s reward center is linked to your biological clock? A new study has found that consuming junk food that causes the brain to pump out the feel-good neurotransmitter dopamine disrupts the circadian clock and leads to snacking and overeating at all hours of the day and night. The end result? […]
What Every Brain Warrior Needs To Know About Carb Confusion
Carbs—they can be so confusing! Without a doubt, the most common nutrition questions I get from Brain Warriors are about carbohydrates—which ones to eat, which ones to avoid, when to eat them, and how much to eat. I hear you. To clear up some of the confusion, here’s my Brain Warrior’s Guide to Carbs… Carbs […]
