wai words
Wai Words is the place where I share my take on sustainable living, inclusivity, and getting geeky about nutrition and wellness.
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of deaths by cancer in the United States, yet about a third of adults in this country do not receive up-to-date screening tests.
Did You Poop Today?
Constant bloating and irregularity should NOT be normalized! In fact, there is a whole slew of possible causes or issues behind those uncomfortable symptoms.
Let’s Talk Lion’s Mane
Mushrooms in general are nutritious and harbor lots of health-promoting substances. In particular, Lion’s Mane (aka Hericium erinaceus) has exceptional health beneficial properties that may promote healthy cognitive function, mood, management of noncommunicable diseases, and metabolism.
Make Room for Mushrooms
I try to make a mushroom dish at least once a week. Why? Well, not only are they super tasty and easy to cook, they’re packed with nutritional benefits.
“I’m Always Bloated”
For YEARS, I convinced myself that constantly feeling bloated and not having regular bowel movements, were all just normal facets of life. BOY WAS I WRONG!
Whole Foods (Not the Store)
When you look at your plate, which foods were plucked from a plant, pulled from the ground, taken directly from nature, unprocessed?
Figuring Out the Appropriate Serving Size
Eating too much food in one sitting is hard on your body. Here’s why:
Let’s Talk Beans
Beans are packed with tons of fiber, as well as plenty of iron and protein. They are rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients.
Good Mood Food
Nutritional psychiatry is a relatively new field that leads the discourse surrounding how food affects your mood. Here's an intro!