Should my kid be drinking a sports drink or water during competition and practice? Which sports drink should I choose for them? Isn’t there too much sugar in sports drinks? These are all very common questions that I hear and as a sports nutritionist for over 19 years for athletes ranging from professional hall of […]

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When you skin starts to become dry or break out, you most likely run to the pharmacy and grab the latest moisturizer or anti-aging cream.  Seldom do we stop and think that our diet may be contributing to our skin issues.  While there is no magic cure for perfect skin, the following foods do promote […]

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Everyone seems to know the importance of drinking water in the summer time when it is very hot, but it is also important to get enough water in the winter time, when you are less likely to feel thirsty. Frostbite isn’t the only thing to be afraid of in the winter! Two-thirds of your body […]

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Are you getting ready for a few months full of plane rides, car trips, and lots and lots of waiting around for your travel plans to begin?  If you’re thinking that you’ll have to give up your healthy eating while you’re on the road, not to worry!  You’ve got plenty of healthy options to choose […]

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Have you had bottled water lately? How about some canned soup? If so, chances are you have also used a product with BPA. Bisphenol-A (BPA), is a chemical used in food packaging and plastic bottles that has been used for over five decades. However, concerns regarding its safety have been around just as long. To […]

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I’m coming home from spring break today and went on a great trip to Cancun with my family so I thought I would write about summer skin after my skin took a beating. With Summer is just around the corner… Ok that may be wishful thinking, but it is not too early to start getting […]

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Clean, fresh water is essential in our lives – something that we often take for granted. In fact, up to 70% of our body is water! There are many different types of water. When you walk into any grocery store, there are different brands of bottled waters lined up in the refrigerators. Yikes! How to […]

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This is the time of the year when many of us pack up and head for the heat during spring break. If you are wanting to get bikini-ready fast to look your best, here are some tips to help you shape up quickly! 1.   EAT ENOUGH PROTEIN. How much is “enough”?  Aim for at least […]

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