Monthly Archives: March 2020

7 Things a Naturopathic Doctor Always Buys From Vitacost – and Why

As a naturopathic doctor, I turn to a number of personal care products, supplements and foods to enhance my wellness. Here are some of my favorite things at Vitacost.com and why I always return to them.

I Was a Germaphobe Before COVID-19. Here’s What My Day Looks Like.

What is germaphobia? How does it affect someone’s life? Follow one Vitacost associate’s journey as they navigate through the office (and the world) with a heightened fear of germs.

What You Can (and Should!) Do to Stay in Shape While Stuck at Home

Without access to a gym – or any fitness equipment – exercise can be a challenge. Beyond strolling down the street, or scheduling daily runs, what can you do to stay in shape during this challenging time?

Paleo One-Pan Sausage & Veggies

Let your oven do the work tonight. Cooked entirely on a single sheet pan, sausage and veggies soak up a fragrant blend of spices for a satisfying meal with virtually no cleanup. We wish every recipe was this easy!

Kyra Williams

Kyra Williams hasn’t always been fit. She used to be quite the opposite, in fact. During her college years, she lived on pizza and beer and packed on an unhealthy amount of pounds, due to total inactivity. One day, something clicked, and Kyra knew it was time to lose the weight. Since that time, she’s fallen so in love with fitness that she’s made it her life’s work to help others to make the changes they need to become fit, active and healthy.

Kyra is a self-employed, NASM-certified online personal trainer and nutrition expert, Crossfit Level One Trainer, USA Weightlifting and USA Powerlifting Coach, and she’s helped women all over the world through her online training services and training programs. For more info or to connect with Kyra, visit kyrawilliamsfitness.com.

3 Supplements Everyone Could Benefit From Taking (Even if You’re Healthy!)

If your diet isn’t perfect (like the rest of us!), you may not be getting enough of certain nutrients that your body needs for best health. A registered dietitian shares her knowledge on three supplements that can help.

15-Minute Beans & Greens Power Bowl

Ready in 15 minutes or less, this vegan beans and greens bowl is super easy to whip together. Plus, it’s a complete meal that provides a hefty serving of both green vegetables and plant-based protein.

3 Big Benefits of Meal Prepping – Especially Right Now

In our new pandemic-restricted lives, you may find yourself at home—a lot. But that doesn’t mean you can (or want to!) spend all your time cooking. Here are three pros to prepping meals in batches, and tips to get started.

Tropical Green Smoothie Bowl

Ready for paradise in a bowl? Combine refreshing frozen fruit with hydrating coconut water and protein-packed hemp seeds for a quick and healthy breakfast or post-workout treat!

Fall in ‘Leaf’ With Spinach – Benefits, Ways to Enjoy & More

March 26 is National Spinach Day, making it the perfect time to give this green superfood some time in the spotlight. Learn why it’s so good for you – plus, try these creative ideas for dishing it up!

Can Yoga Help Control Anger? 4 Tips for Coping.

Mad at everything? Yoga can help you calm down, turning your rage into constructive introspection. The following tips will inspire you to move, breathe and accept. You’re 20 minutes away from keeping your fury in check!

Gluten-Free Prawn & Pesto Pasta

We’re shore this one is going to hit the spot. Ready in just 25-minutes, a veggie-packed pesto, meaty prawns and chickpea-spaghetti come together in a meal that’ll leave your taste buds swimming in delight.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Exfoliating

Exfoliating is a must for a radiant, glowing complexion. Be sure you’re doing it the right way with this guide to timing, steps (for both face and body!), top products and tips for best results.