How many servings of plants and vegetables do you eat in a day? Around 80% of Americans fail to consume the recommended intake of 5 fruits and vegetables daily. Welcome to our fifth Pillar of Health, a Whole Food Plant Predominant Eating Pattern. This pillar promotes eating a mostly plant based diet, which includes whole food, minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Defining plant based diets: Vegetarian: a diet of foods that c

August is National Wellness Month, which I feel is the perfect time to introduce the Pillar of Health that is “Avoiding Risky Substances”. The Global Wellness Institute defines wellness as “the active, intentional process of making choices and practicing daily habits that lead to better physical, mental, and overall health”. These choices can range from eating healthy food, getting adequate sleep, exercising, mental health awareness, social connection, and much, much more. W