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 is coming to me […]
Alcohol: Your Calorie Guide to Drink and Still Lose Weight
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 of vino myself but […]
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Foodie Friday: Grapefruit
The actual beginnings of the grapefruit are not clear; the best indications are that the tart fruit is a hybrid cross between the sweet orange and sour shaddock (a citrus fruit as well). However, there is no documentation of the intentional cross. Somehow, this fruit that so many people love to eat has evolved and […]
5 Meal Planning Tips
We all struggle with the time crunch during the week – between work, family, exercise, and often traffic it can be hard to find the time to put together healthy meals. A favorite tip of mine to help me deal with my family’s busy schedule is to take advantage of one day a week to […]
IDEA Conference in Los Angeles + Favorite Breakfast
Last week I attended to IDEA World Expo in Los Angeles which is the biggest fitness expo in the World! It was so much fun hearing about the latest and greatest in fitness, connecting with some friends, and meeting some wonderful new people during my book signing for The All-Pro Diet at The National Honey […]
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Foodie Friday: Pineapple
Pineapples are delicious tropical fruits that are especially fun to eat in the summer. In fact, they are my 9 year-old daughter’s favorite ingredient for her custom made smoothies! I definitely recommend eating fresh pineapple whenever possible. Pineapple is often uses in desserts, salads, and mixed fruit. Pineapples are a bromeliad fruit, which means that […]
Pregnancy Nutrition
Pregnancy is a time when women need to be especially aware of the nutrients they are putting in their bodies. The fetus is 100% dependent on the mother for good nutrition; a healthy diet during gestation is essential for the development of a healthy baby. Every nutrient plays an important role in the developing fetus’s […]
3 Ways to Get Your Leafy Greens
It’s one of the most popular nutrition and diet tips out there: Eat more leafy green vegetables. Whereas some diet advice in the media is not always correct (see my previous Diet Quiz I, Diet Quiz II to dispel some nutrition myths!), this recommendation is actually legitimate. Leafy greens are not only nutritious, loaded with […]
Mitzi Dulan’s New Adventure Boot Camp Starts SOON!
Are you tired of taking your kids to camps all summer long? I signed my kids up for the following camps this summer: two volleyball camps, vacation bible school, Outdoor Education Laboratory and you throw in softball for one kid, teeball for the other (which I helped coach) plus tennis for both kids and you […]
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Food Dyes: What You Need To Know!
Did you know that approximately fifteen million pounds of artificial coloring is included in foods each year? This startling information makes the recent reports on the dangers of food dyes even more unsettling. The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) recently published the report “Food Dyes: A Rainbow of Risks” detailing how unsafe […]
Foodie Friday: Dates
While certainly not the most attractive fruit, dates might just be the energy-boosting fruit that you’re missing out on! Date palms are among the oldest cultivated trees, having been grown in North America for at least 8,000 years. Classified according to their moisture content (soft, semisoft, dry), most varieties found in North America are semisoft […]
Top 5 Healthy Camping Food Ideas
Annual camping trips are, were, and always will be favorite summer gatherings for many of us. This year, I have decided to kick it up a notch by incorporating healthy eating habits even in the middle of a state park! Just because you’re not at home whipping together healthy meals doesn’t mean you can’t do […]
5 Last Minute Ways to Lose Weight for Your Wedding
It’s almost the big day! You have completed most of the items on your to-do list and you can’t wait to spend the rest of your life with your . Guest list? Check. Invitations mailed? Check. Reached goal weight for wedding? Almost, 10 pounds more to go. So how to get rid of those difficult […]
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5 Fast & Easy Summer Salsas
With summer underway, I’m sure your BBQ is getting as much use as mine is with grilled meats, fish and veggies always making appearances at the dinner table. One of my favorite dishes to bring to a BBQ or dinner party during the summer is a fresh salsa – they’re fast, tasty, and extremely versatile! […]
How to Eat Dessert and Stay Lean!
It’s happened to the best of us at one time or another. You decide to start a diet, or just to start eating healthier and being more active, and thoughts soon drift to how much you’re going to miss enjoying dessert after meals. Not to worry – you don’t have to give it up! It […]
Foodie Friday: Raspberries
It’s summertime, and in my family, a fun weekend jaunt might include a lazy day of berry picking (and eating!). This juicy member of the berry family and the rose family is a tart pick that is especially abundant from the months of June through October. Fun Facts about the “Other” Berry Not your average […]
Tips for More Vegetables in Your Diet
Not everyone gets excited about a big bowl of carrots or a fresh spinach salad. However, these super foods a packed with vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals (nutrients that have additional health benefits beyond the required body function). In addition, vegetables are low calorie and full of fiber to keep your stomach full and your digestive […]
4 Foods to Avoid When Trying to Lose Weight
If you’re trying to lose weight, your diet is a vital in aiding you in your weight loss goals. But when critiquing your own eating habits keep in mind not all foods are created equal, and some are best to stay away from when trying to drop those pounds. Here are a few to keep […]
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How to Eat Fresh at Your Desk!
With today’s busy lifestyle and hectic work hours, every minute counts. We all seem to be trying to do more in less time. One way many people try to optimize their time is to eat lunch at their desk during their break. While this may not be the ideal place for a meal there are […]
Spice Up Your Summer
Looking for a way to “spice” up your cooking this summer? The best way to make fresh, summer cooking even more delicious is to use herbs grown in your own garden. If you’re not a gardener, no need to be intimidated; growing herbs is surprisingly simply. Follow these simple steps to get your herb garden […]
