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Kristina Virro
Apr 2, 20185 min read
A Little Rant (And Advice You Need to Hear)
All right, so before I get to today’s little rant, let me start by saying this: I absolutely adore being a holistic nutritionist. I love...
Kristina Virro
Mar 26, 20185 min read
Nutrition 101
I’ve noticed in conversations with friends, family members, and clients that questions will come up that are seemingly very simple: What...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20185 min read
how to stay healthy when you're constantly traveling
I was once at the gym when I overheard a conversation between a fellow gym-goer and his personal trainer, which went something like this:...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20184 min read
How to Sneak More Protein Into Your Diet
There’s no question that protein is a vital nutrient in our bodies. It’s not only a primary component of our muscles, hair, skin, nails,...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20186 min read
How to Stay away from Environmental Toxins without going crazy
I find that doing research about the world of health and wellness is often bittersweet. On the one hand, I love increasing my knowledge...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20184 min read
Why Your Workout Isn't Helping You Lose weight
The other night, I followed an at-home workout video that targeted my butt, hips, and thighs. Though it was only 30 minutes long, it was...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20185 min read
How to Sip Smarter During the Holidays
Last week, I wrote about how to stay sane during the holidays given that it can be a really difficult time of year for some people....
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20183 min read
Health Tips for Eating Out
Have you ever wondered why food at a restaurant always seems to taste so. much. better than what you cook at home? Perhaps it’s the fact...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20184 min read
Does What you eat cause acne?
As an acne-sufferer since the age of 15, I certainly know what it’s like to feel the crushing effects of acne on your self esteem. But...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20185 min read
Man Up, Bro: The Health Costs of Manliness
Today’s post is brought to you by a friend of mine from my days at the University of Toronto, Russell Moore. Like me, his experiences in...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20184 min read
This could be the hidden culprit of your weight gain
Today’s post is dedicated to what I consider to be a sneaky reason for weight gain in some people: smoothies. I know what you’re...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20183 min read
Why I Believe in Every Diet Out There
When I was in school for holistic nutrition, I met a lot of... characters. The most vocal of them was the "Dreadlock Vegan," as I’ll call...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20185 min read
Coffee: THe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
I’ve never liked the taste of coffee, which I thought was a blessing in disguise since it meant I’d never be someone who needed a cup in...
Kristina Virro
Mar 16, 20183 min read
How Much Water Do You Need In a Day?
Every now and again, I’ll go to write a blog post that I assume will be somewhat straightforward until I start doing research and realize...
Kristina Virro
Mar 15, 20183 min read
Why You Should Avoid Fat-Free Products
In 1984, the National Institute of Health encouraged Americans to decrease their fat intake, claiming that rates of atherosclerosis — or...
Kristina Virro
Mar 15, 20184 min read
Is the alkaline diet worth all the hype?
The Alkaline Diet has been all the rage lately, with celebrities like Kate Hudson and Elle Macpherson touting the benefits of...
Kristina Virro
Mar 15, 20183 min read
Conquer your craving: Salt
We’ve all had that moment: You’re in the middle of doing something — anything — when all of a sudden this overpowering, all-consuming...
Kristina Virro
Mar 15, 20185 min read
How Much Protein Do I Need Per Day?
Did you know that proteins are the second-most prevalent substance in your body? Second only to water, proteins make up 20% of your body...
Kristina Virro
Mar 15, 20184 min read
How to stabilize energy levels and mood
A big complaint I hear from many people is that they are constantly tired. And yet, when I take a look at their food journal I see that...
Kristina Virro
Mar 15, 20185 min read
Why you should start biking to work—and what to know beforehand
Last year, I decided I was going to stop driving to work every day and bike instead, which was about 44km long (round trip) and  2 – 2.5...
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