Egg Recall Update!
Tweet This Post EGGS have become an important staple in our diet: a stabilizer in baked goods, an emulsifier in condiments, and of course, as a yummy breakfast food! In addition, they are a great source of protein and other important nutrients. So, it can be quite disturbing to hear there is a massive [...]
Foodie Friday: Bananas
Tweet This Post Did you know that there’s a “food holiday” almost every day of the whole year? Some of them are silly (National Food-on-a-stick Day?!), and some of them promote foods that I don’t think necessarily need more advertising (National Cheese Doodle Day?!), but some of them feature good old fruits and veggies! [...]
7 Keys to Make Exercise a Habit
Tweet This Post So, you’ve decided to start making exercise an important part of your life. First of all, good for you! It feels great to make your health a priority, doesn’t it? But it’s not always easy to start an exercise program, especially if you haven’t been active in a while. Or maybe [...]
5 Ways to Jazz Up Your Smoothies
Tweet This Post Smoothies are a wonderful way to pack in a lot of nutrients in a portable and convenient package, as well as being great options for post-workout nutrition when the right ingredients are included. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I can get into a smoothie “rut” where I end up [...]
How to Successfully Make Changes to Lose Weight
Tweet This Post Getting fit and losing weight requires making lifestyle and behavioral changes in both diet and exercise. Getting fit and losing weight, like buying a brand new car, is a decision one has to make. There are costs and benefits to every decision we make, so it is important to weigh the [...]
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Foodie Friday: Fresh Picked Corn
Tweet This Post Today, corn has been incorporated into the American diet in many ways. The use of high fructose corn syrup and other refined corn products are not beneficial to American’s health. However, fresh corn is a different story. Corn, like all other vegetables, is packed full of vital nutrients and phytochemicals. Fresh [...]
The Baby Food Diet: Is it for You?
Tweet This Post No, you’re eyes aren’t fooling you. You have read the title correctly; I am talking about the baby food diet. This has recently gained popularity through the endorsement of several celebrities. But what exactly does this diet entail, and is it nutritionally sound for an adult? Actually, you can check out [...]
Back to School Nutrition: Packing Healthy Lunches
Tweet This Post Today, my kiddos already have their first day of school! Back to school time is a bittersweet time for us parents. While we’re a little relieved that the hectic pace of summer pool time, baseball/softball games and sleepovers are winding down, some of us have moments of sadness (and joy!) that [...]
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Nutritionists Love Chocolate, Too!
Tweet This Post There are a few things that come with the territory when you are a registered dietitian. First, when people are eating unhealthy in front of you, they feel justified to tell you why they are eating it. In reality, I’m not looking or judging what others are eating unless a client [...]
Alcohol: Your Calorie Guide to Drink and Still Lose Weight
Tweet This Post In addition to drinking responsibly, why not take it to the next level and drink healthy? I’m not saying you have to avoid all alcohol, although in our book, I do recommend avoiding alcohol for the first 2 weeks to jumpstart your weight loss. Heck, I love enjoying a nice glass [...]
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