Guckenheimer Insights

"Craving" - it's one of those words that we tend to consider negatively, but cravings are perfectly natural and maybe even helpful at times.

Our environment, physiological state, emotional state, who we spend our time with, and our history with food are constantly interacting to influence the types of food that we're drawn to. Check out all the different factors that may contribute to cravings and some recent research on creative ways to manage them.

While most employee dining spaces are not open, at Guckenheimer we still want to make sure you’re eating well. To help, we’ve put together a few tips for creating great food at home to support you in your cooking endeavors!

We all know the feeling. Your belly is grumbling, patience is wearing thin, you’re tired, unmotivated and cranky. The feeling is so common a phrase has been coined to describe it – “hangry”. A combination of “hungry” and “angry”. And it is indeed a real thing, a biological response to the stress induced by hunger.

Let’s look at the ways employers can can take positive steps to get the very best out of their workers - starting with the impact that hunger has on your day.

The winter season is here meaning cold season is in full force. For most of us, that means our immune systems are working in overdrive to fight against the invasion of germs. Our immune systems do a remarkable job of defending us against disease-causing microorganisms. But sometimes, a germ invades and makes us sick. Resulting in missed days of work, meetings and unfortunately holiday events with family and friends.  

The immune system is a system, not a single entity. To function well, it requires balance; not too much or too little of specific foods or nutrients. There is evidence that various micronutrient deficiencies can alter immune responses.

Are you looking to light a fire of energy every morning? To cruise into the office on full power, ready to start the day? If this dreamscape scenario has been on your wish list for too long, it could be that you aren't fueling your body properly in the morning. Our bodies’ preferred source of energy comes from glucose, which is supplied by carbs in the diet. But before you try to rationalize that sugar-bomb 20-ounce, frappa-something in your hand, remember the cardinal rule when it comes to fuel: Quality Matters.

Did you know that some of your favorite summer fruits and vegetables can help keep you hydrated?  It’s true!  Faves like fresh juicy peaches, cucumbers, watermelon and tomatoes are made mostly of water.  In addition to tasty fresh flavors and a whole bunch of nutrients, these summertime picks help combat the dehydrating effects of hot weather.

Welcome to Health Hacks! I’m Jessie Groth, a Registered Dietitian with ISS Guckenheimer. Warmer weather and longer days urge us outside this time of year, and that often translates to being more active. Whether your activity of choice is tennis, CrossFit, or training for your first 10K, what you eat and drink before, during, and after a workout matter. That’s why this episode, we are health hacking exercise nutrition – how to fuel your workout.

Whether you’re running to lose weight, going to fitness classes to have a healthier heart or somewhere in between, pinning down a nutrition strategy can take some planning. Here are some pre-workout fueling mistakes to avoid.

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