Cannolis & Carrots Blog

We get it: There are some (or many) mornings when all we can do is jump out of bed and grab a granola bar on our way out the door. Some of us even made it a habit of skipping breakfast all together. 

Although a gourmet breakfast isn’t a realistic everyday goal, you’d be surprised...

Did you know that trillions of bacteria live in your intestines? BUT don’t be grossed out! Many of them are “good” bacteria that help keep us healthy.

What are fermented foods? 

Fermented foods are foods and beverages that have undergone controlled microbial growth and...

Do you have trouble focusing on your work? Well you’re not alone. Whether you want to improve your nutrition during exam season or stay alert in your next business meeting, paying attention to what foods you’re eating can really pay off. 

Here are 5 foods that may help support...

Social media has made it easier than ever to compare ourselves to other people. It seems like no matter how much we tell ourselves not to, we still find ourselves thinking about what it would be like to “look like that”. 

Scrolling through photos on a regular basis, especially...

If you have ever reached for a muffin, some candy or just a handful of pretzels for a snack you may know what I am talking about here... You have your snack and an hour later you want to take a nap or you feel energized right after but then find yourself crashing after. 

For the perfect...

You’ve probably been told at some point in your life that the body's metabolism (or the rate at which we convert food and drink into energy) is at its peak during our adolescent years. After that, our metabolism allegedly slows down as we get older, causing us to process calories at a...

Are you having a hard time finding your favorite cream cheese spread in the grocery store? Well you’re definitely not alone. Widespread cream cheese shortages were first reported in December, following a cyberattack in October against the largest cheese manufacturer in the U.S. 

For...

Do you find yourself racing to the pantry or to the fast-food drive-thru after a long, stressful day? Well you’re not alone. Finding comfort in food when you’re feeling emotional is common and this is known as emotional eating.

Emotional eating is using food to make yourself feel...

Did you know that getting enough sleep may be just as important as your diet and exercise if your goal is to lose weight? 

Truth is, more than a third of Americans aren't getting enough sleep on a regular basis.  

Experts say you should aim to get between seven and eight hours of...

Some love to do it and others absolutely hate doing it — that’s right, we’re talking about grocery shopping. 

A trip to the grocery store may cost you a bit more these days. With rising prices and availability issues it's more challenging than ever to bring home the...