SPAN UP Your Nutrition

Our philosophy is simple: food quality matters. Foods that are rich in nutrients and low in added sugars and chemicals will keep your energy up and reduce your risk for metabolic conditions. There are many successful eating strategies, such as calorie counting, time restricted eating, intermittent fasting, and dieting; however, all of these methods should be fueled by high quality foods for optimized results. SPAN UP your current lifestyle and eating habits by incorporating changes that work for you.

• Look for fresh foods often sold along the perimeter of your grocery store. These foods are high in fiber, natural sugars, and vitamins.

• Develop a low sodium diet. Less than 2300mg per day is recommended to help reduce risk of kidney stones.

• Avoid ultra processed foods, or foods that come in boxes or bags. Processed foods often contain added sugars and sodium that can increase your risk of urologic conditions.

• Do not drink your calories. Choose water over soda or juice. Adequate hydration is key to maintaining good health.

• Start reading nutrition labels, and use caution around chemicals you can't pronounce or ingredients you do not recognize.

• Cook more. Limit dining out at restaurants and fast food establishments.

• Keep an open mind about what might work for you. Finding the right nutritional strategy might take some trial and error.