by Jaime L. Pula, PhD, RDN | Jul 30, 2025 | Nutrition
What would you think if you were told the top reason you’re eating too much salt is because you’re not feeling well? Perhaps your mood gets lifted with a salted pretzel with mustard and it’s not just because you’re at the ballgame! Which made you feel better first?...
by Jaime L. Pula, PhD, RDN | Jun 25, 2025 | Nutrition
You’re not alone. Over a billion people worldwide suffer from migraines. If you’ve ever had one, you can speak to how debilitating they are. And if you suffer from chronic migraines, you know the importance of practicing mindful lifestyle choices (like reducing...
by Jaime L. Pula, PhD, RDN | Jan 10, 2024 | Nutrition
Eat more fiber-rich foods loaded with vitamins, minerals, and Omega-3s from natural foods. Some food options that can enhance the quality of the mind:body:spirit connection are to exchange food items high in sugar and/or saturated fat for more of these: Onions,...
by Jaime L. Pula, PhD, RDN | Jun 7, 2023 | Nutrition
There is a relationship between mental health and diet. It’s a topic I’ve researched and spoke on over the decades, and there is evidence to support “We Are What We Eat” – as the German Philosopher Ludwig Feuerbach (when he was ~40 years young, back in 1848) said. And...
by Jaime L. Pula, PhD, RDN | May 31, 2023 | Nutrition
Besides drinking enough water, sleep is one of our most basic needs to survive. And yet, we cannot seem to get enough sleep. Poor sleep hygiene includes inadequate sleep duration and poor sleep quality. Many of us have sleep disorders too (like insomnia or sleep...
by Jaime L. Pula, PhD, RDN | Mar 1, 2023 | Nutrition
Eat with the environment in mind by getting creative with plant-based recipes and trying new foods! A healthy vegetarian diet includes a wide variety of foods from all the food groups. Be creative in planning menus and trying new foods. Here are some healthful,...
