Michelle Benson

A few years ago, if someone had told me I’d become fascinated by blood sugar patterns, I probably would have assumed they were talking about diabetes management. But after researching the connection between our nervous system and our blood sugar patterns and then wearing a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) myself, I quickly realized these devices can tell us so much more than whether someone is diabetic or pre-diabetic. They can offer insight into: stress physiology nervous system activation...

This month, we're presenting at a CEU event for mental health practitioners to discuss the role of functional nutrition in mental health, which, got me inspired to write this post. We’ve Been Talking About Nutrition All Wrong Somewhere along the way, we missed the point. Nutrition became about: calories weight loss macros metabolism And while those things matter… they’re not the full picture. Because here’s what we haven't been talking about... What we eat adds to our stress load and mental...

Move • Nourish • Stay Steady This guide was originally shared by Katie inside our Capital City Half Marathon training group and it was too good not to make easier for everyone to access. This guide is great for any fitness endevour you may have signed up for. Whether you’re walking, jogging, or somewhere in between, this is your reminder: You don’t have to do this perfectly. You just have to stay steady. Fueling: Think Steady, Not Spiky When it comes to race day nutrition, the goal is...