As the waistlines of Americans continue to grow, Dr. David Kessler provides answers to some of my lingering questions about the causation of this epidemic. What is it about food that does not let us stop with one piece of cake or a single slice of pizza? Why do we override our innate fullness sensor […]
Can you believe we’re already in the month of February? Not only is February the month to celebrate Valentine’s Day with the ones we love, but it is also American Heart Month! Since dark chocolate has flavonoids which are healthy antioxidants, all of my treats include some chocolate. Keeping that in mind, here are 4 […]
You’ve heard about them from a great deal of sources but what exactly are antioxidants, and what is so good about them? Antioxidants are substances and nutrients found in food that help protect cells against the harmful effects of free radicals. Free radicals can form from the breaking down of food in your body and […]
As America´s Nutrition Expert®, I am continually looking to share my message to help more people. As an entrepreneur, I recognize the value of sharing and gaining knowledge from others. Last summer, I brought on six virtual interns who helped me in a variety of ways including: research, assisting with blog posts, and also start […]
These tiny little nutrition gems are widely known for being a healthier alternative to boosting flavor without adding extra salt, but they are useful in other ways as well. You may be surprised to hear that herbs and spices not only add a world of flavor to your meals, but have also been extensively studied […]
When was the last time you sat down and enjoyed mealtime with your family? Hopefully it was the last meal you ate but if you’re like many American’s it might not have been that recent. With all the errands, appointments, obligations, and our increasingly mobile lifestyle the idea of family meals is becoming a thing […]
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Eat Breakfast! Quite literally, the first meal of the day is breaking the fast from overnight; hence the name breakfast. You have not eaten a meal in 12 plus hours, and you need something that will sustain your energy for the day to come. Interestingly, most breakfast options are a combination of sugar, sugar, and […]
It’s movie night! Wondering what snacks you can make that are both tasty and healthy to accompany your choice of movie? Try one of these 5 healthy and tasty snacks while watching the movie of your choice! 1. Healthy Trailmix: You can mix wheat Chex with dried berries and raisins, chocolate chips, seeds and nuts. […]
“Follow your heart, your intuition, it will lead you in the right direction,” the lyrics by pop artist Jewel make it sound so easy to lead with intuition. And yes, in theory it sounds wonderful, but what really would you trust to your intuition. Love? Finances? Career? Eating? The idea of giving your hunger over […]
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Here are 5 of the top nutrition trends for the new year! 1. DINING IN With today’s shaky economy, more and more people will be dining in to save some dough. But the benefits don’t just end with saving time and money; they can have a nutritional advantage too. Some of these benefits include consuming […]
Winter can be rough on our bodies. Who wouldn’t want to cuddle up in a blanket, fetal position, with a giant mug of hot chocolate in one hand, and remote control in the other? And when a snow storm hits, it’s difficult not to find yourself in the kitchen grazing at whatever catches your eye. […]
While exercise is a regular part of my weekly routine, sometimes I want a workout that’s anything but routine. We all want to and need to maintain healthy lifestyles, and mixing up our workouts every now and then is part of the fun. It’s mid-January, and for me there’s no better time to start thinking […]
Sometimes it happens: you’re stuck late at the office or out running errands, your stomach is growling and you reach into your purse to find . . . nothing! Forgetting to pack a healthy snack happens to the best of us, and it often means a choice between being hungry and cranky or stopping by […]
Studies have shown that keeping a food diary can help you lose weight. Enter the 21st century. Today, we have advanced food journals that can help you calculate your daily calorie intake and net balance. One of the newest, most popular advanced food journals is the FREE Lose It! application for your iPhone. How it […]
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I’m so grateful that I have a “job” that I get to help people. I get paid to do what I love! Here’s a photo of Bryan Busby, KMBC-9 Chief Meterologist, and I playing some tennis. I’m proud to report that Bryan has lost over 18 pounds since starting to work with me in November! […]
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You’ve definitely eaten them white, might have tried them orange, but what about purple? Yes purple – and yes PURPLE POTATOES! Beets and eggplant aren’t the only purple vegetables out there – the Peruvian Potato is the new purple veggie to add to your plate. Not only are these potatoes naturally creamy and rich in […]
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Let’s admit it – we make New Year’s resolutions with the best of intentions, but for most of us, they fall by the wayside after a few weeks. Goal setting is essential and should be ongoing, not just reserved for the 1st of January. Still, there’s something to the fresh start of a new year, […]
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New Year’s resolutions often fail because people set goals that are too vague or too lofty. Instead, make your goals SMART! A SMART goal is one that is: S: Specific – A specific goal describes exactly what you are going to do and how you are going to do it. So, instead of saying “I […]
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Looking for that perfect present for the health nut that has everything? Or how about a family member or friend looking to lose weight and get healthy in 2010? Whatever your gift needs, you’ll find what you’re looking for with my Top 20 Food/Fitness Gifts for any budget. $25 and under Joyce Sheldon “Coffee Talk” […]
Spending time with friends and family is a great way to spend the holidays, and for many of you that means getting together and sharing a few cocktails. Holiday drinking can be fun and enjoyable but for those of us who are trying to watch our waistlines this holiday season, even having a few drinks […]
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