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Nourishment and Well-being — A Nutrition Blog Series
Plant-Inspired Lessons in Growth and Self-Compassion
Discover how the natural world can teach us valuable patience, adaptability, and self-compassion lessons. Just as each plant grows uniquely, so do our bodies, and this diversity should be celebrated. Learn how to create a nurturing environment for yourself and embrace your natural growth.
How to Have a Positive Summer Body Image
Summer is a season filled with vibrant memories and present-day traditions, from parades and picnics to fireworks and family gatherings. These moments, while joyous, can also evoke a complex mix of sensations —some pleasant, others challenging. As we navigate these, let’s reflect on how they shape our sense of self, relationship with our bodies, and how we nourish ourselves.
Maine Summer Food Resources: Ensuring No Child Goes Hungry
In Maine, 179,680 people face hunger, and 45,790 of them are children. Hunger doesn't take a summer break, and many families struggle to provide enough nutritious food when school is out. This post shares some resources that can help bridge the gap from schoolyear to school year.
Maine’s Sustainable Seafood Journey: Ocean to Table
This blog spotlights seafood: sustainable practices in the industry, nutritional benefits, local sources, and recipes for preparation, concluding with tips on what you may do to enhance the sustainability of our precious and shared water supply. Read on to explore this important piece of Maine’s agriculture.
Nourishing Your Mind: Exploring the Gut-Brain Connection
Discover how the foods you eat can influence your mental health and emotional well-being. This blog dives into the connection between nutrition and mood, exploring how nutrients like omega-3s, probiotics, and complex carbohydrates can support brain function and reduce stress. Learn practical tips to create a diet that nurtures both your body and mind.
The Ladder of Nutrition Needs: Understanding Gentle Nutrition
Does it often feel overwhelming to think about nutrition or food? Is it hard to keep up with the latest health recommendations? Food doesn’t have to be challenging or boring to be “healthy.” In fact, we may be making things worse for ourselves by focusing on the little things with every new suggestion that gets thrown our way.
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