119 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com Her top advice? “Stick with it,” urged Bryant. “Meal prepping is trial and error; it takes time to find what works best for your family.” SEASONAL AND LOCAL GOODNESS Bryant encouraged eating seasonally and locally. “Produce loses nutrients the longer it’s stored. Shopping at the farmers market ensures you’re getting the freshest, most nutrient-dense foods.” For Mount Pleasant locals, Bryant recommended a visit to Local Jo’s Natural Foods for unique, healthy items or Tres Palmas Acai for sugar-conscious acai bowls. “Tres Palmas sweetens their bowls with bananas and honey instead of unnecessary sugars. My go-to is the choco bowl with organic peanut butter.” CREATING HEALTHY HABITS FOR KIDS Raising healthy eaters starts with leading by example. “Kids watch what we do more than they listen to what we say,” Bryant explained. She suggests involving children in grocery shopping with apps like Yuka and EWG’s Healthy Living to make learning about nutrition interactive and fun. “Another great tip is teaching kids how to make healthier versions of their favorite foods. It empowers them to make better choices on their own,” added Bryant. EXPLORE HEALTHY OPTIONS For those looking to dive deeper into nutrition, Bryant recommends checking out Synchronicity wellness center’s events or attending a sourdough bread-making class. “Making sourdough at home has been such a gift for my family,” she said. This Nutrition Month, take a cue from Bryant: focus on what makes your body feel its best, simplify where you can and lean into local resources to fuel your journey. After all, as Bryant reminds us, “So many of us have no idea how incredible God designed our bodies to feel.” health and wellness 2025 ®
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