AFPA Health and Fitness Blog

Why You Shouldn’t Be Scared of Eating Fruit

Sugar is bad, and fruit has loads of it. Ergo, fruit is bad, right?  With so much contradictory information on nutrition and healthy eating on the web, it can be hard to keep track of what’s true these days. And in some circles, fruit has become a bogeyman.

Top Resources for Landing Your Dream Job in Nutrition

Your passion for the health and fitness industry has brought you to this important moment: You’re ready to start the search for your dream job in nutrition! There are hundreds of websites that are useful for job hunting across just about any industry, and you’ve probably heard of them all: Indeed, Glassdoor, LinkedIn, Monster, CareerBuilder, […]

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The Ultimate Guide To Writing a Professional Fitness Resume

A fitness career sure has a lot of benefits, both to your health and the health of others. It’s an industry that is thriving and full of energy, with all sorts of roles available – you could work as a nutritionist, personal trainer, cycling coach or all sorts of other roles. If you’re looking to […]

Can Ayurveda practices really improve digestion?

Ayurveda is one of the oldest medical approaches in the world, with roots on the Indian continent. Today, it is practiced all over the world, being appreciated for the numerous benefits it has to offer for general health. The practice of Ayurveda can help us deal with the digestive problems caused by the modern diet, […]

Q&A with AFPA Graduate: Kevin Hughes, Personal Trainer

  We are excited to share the stories of some of our past AFPA graduates, such as Kevin, in our “Find Your Inspiration” blog series.   What is your job/role/title and what does that mean? I’m a self-employed personal trainer who caters to in-home training. How did your journey bring you to where you are […]

4 Common Questions a Plant Based Nutritionist Gets Asked

As holistic and plant-based nutrition trends grow in popularity, so has the amount of misinformation. As a plant-based nutritionist, you need to be prepared to tackle a host of questions about what is true, accurate, and reliable. Here are four of the most common questions you can expect to get from clients who are on […]

What to Expect for a Certified Nutrition Consultant Salary

At a time when half of all Americans—roughly 117 million people—have preventable chronic diseases, there is no denying that nutrition plays a critical role in helping to prevent these illnesses. As a result of this health crisis, more and more people are feeling empowered to embrace a healthier lifestyle every single day.  

10 Resources to Launch Your Holistic Health Coach Career

You’re passionate about holistic nutrition and healthy living, and you’ve decided it’s time—you’re ready to launch your holistic health coach career. However, with nearly 50 percent of new small businesses failing within the first five years, leaping into a new career probably feels daunting.