by Melissa Boufounos | Jul 20, 2017 | Recipes, Drinks
I hurt my knee at Dead End Race Apocalypse on the weekend. I haven’t had it looked at for an official diagnosis yet, and to be quite honest, I’m a little scared to. I’ve had knee injuries in the past, and they have never swollen like my knee is now....
by Melissa Boufounos | Feb 2, 2017 | Drinks, Nutrition
Turmeric has some pretty amazing health benefits, one being that it is anti-inflammatory, which is perfect for us OCR athletes who are always beating up our bodies. Turmeric is also a staple for avoiding illness and keeping your immune system strong this time of year....
by Melissa Boufounos | Jan 23, 2017 | Recipes, Product Reviews, Snacks |
[Disclaimer: This article was previously sponsored by Iron Vegan. All opinions are my own and are not influenced by Iron Vegan.] I was introduced to Iron Vegan in early 2016. Their Athlete’s Blend is certified vegan, gluten-free and kosher and is designed to...
by Melissa Boufounos | Dec 19, 2016 | Desserts
If there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I’m a total sucker for baked goods—especially if chocolate is involved. Donuts, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, Nanaimo bars…you name it, I love it. But as a nutritionist (and...
