The Key Question to Ask Yourself Before & After you Eat
Kids are great at knowing how to eat when they’re hungry and stop when they’re full. What happens when you try to feed a baby that’s full? That’s right they will spit it out and […]
5 Keys to Manage Stress Eating and avoid Unwanted Weight Gain
Over the past year, many people have been furloughed from jobs or unfortunately permanently terminated. Usually, the strongest food cravings hit when you’re at your weakest point emotionally. Many turn to food for comfort — […]
How Stress, Immunity and Weight Gain go Hand in Hand
A survey conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA) found that 3 out of 4 Americans reported experiencing at least one stress symptom each month. Top stressors include acne, headaches, chronic pain, decreased energy/insomnia and appetite changes. […]
Often Overlooked Benefits of Vitamin D and its Link to Weight and Reduced Risk of Chronic Diseases
Vitamin D deficiency is more common than you might think. Globally, studies suggest roughly one billion¹ people are vitamin D deficient. 42% of adults are deficient 50% of children aged between one and five and […]
Does 100% Fruit Juice Hinder or Promote Weight Loss & Good Health?
Does 100% Fruit juice have too much added sugar? Will drinking 100% Fruit juice cause weight gain? Is 100% Fruit juice one of the reasons behind the obesity epidemic, responsible for heart disease and/or one […]
What Processed Foods Really Mean: Are all Processed Foods Bad for you and Do they Hinder Weight Loss?
Processed food has a bad reputation as a diet saboteur. Processed foods are linked to cancer, allergies, the obesity epidemic, high blood pressure, Diabetes, and other negative health outcomes. In many cases, this is true. […]
Is Gluten-Free the Healthier Way to Eat for Good Health or Weight Loss?
More and more individuals are going “gluten-free” as one their means of eating healthier. Some go “gluten-free” to promote reduce bloating and promote weight loss. Is this necessary? Is this accurate? What do you think? […]
Whole Grains for Whole Health: What’s So Wonderful About Whole Grains?
It’s no secret that most Americans aren’t eating enough whole grains. The average American eats less than one serving of whole grains each day, and some studies have shown 40% of people don’t consume any […]
15 Foods that Supercharge your Immune System and Jumpstart Weight Loss
Do you take extra Vitamin C or other vitamins/herbs when feeling that onset of a cold? Following general good-health guidelines is the single best step you can take toward naturally keeping your immune system working […]
Cholesterol : HEART Health and How Weight Impacts
High cholesterol increases your risk of heart disease and heart attacks. Medications can help improve your cholesterol. Most of us would rather avoid medications and first make lifestyle changes to improve cholesterol levels. In this […]
Blood Pressure: How Weight Impacts & Tips on how to Reduce Stress on Your Heart
Do you get on the scale regularly checking for weight loss? Do you avoid getting on the scale? There are benefits to getting on scale regularly, such assessing your overall health risk for a chronic […]
Dark Chocolate: Eat and Enjoy the HEART Healthy Way
Every year, Americans spend $22 billion on chocolate! Valentine’s Day accounts for a decent percentage of that total. While a heart-shaped box of chocolates may seem like the opposite of healthy, experts say it’s less […]
Pre-Diabetes: The Surprising Truth & HEART Health and Weight
Alarming statistics about Diabetes: In 2021, 38.4 million Americans, or 11.6% of the population, had diabetes. Two million Americans have type 1 diabetes, including about 304,000 children and adolescents. Of the 38.4 million adults with […]
This Is Your Year to Thrive: 3 Keys to Setting Yourself Up for Success in 2024
Have you ever noticed how kids are so great at acknowledging themselves? They’ll confidently say things like, “I did it! I went to the potty all by myself!” When was the last time you acknowledged […]
How My Blood Pressure SETBACK Led to a COMEBACK as a Registered Dietitian
I am up close, personal, candid, and no-chaser to the point about my personal health journey. My journey was filled with a myriad of emotions: fear, frustration, disappointment, shame, anger and more importantly life-changing! I […]
How your Morning MoJoe Increases Sugar Cravings – and What do to Instead!
Have you ever noticed the minute you take a sip of a cup of coffee to either wake you up in the morning or to get out of your mid-afternoon slump, you suddenly start craving […]
I Cut Out Sweets: Still NOT Losing Weight?
You’ve said sayonara to cookies, cake, ice cream, and virtually anything that comes in a bag or a box that has added-sugar, so why haven’t the pounds magically flown off your tummy, butt and hips? […]
“I H.I.I.T it Hard when I Exercise – but Weight Loss is NOT Happening!”
Do you eat well, exercise often and still feel like you’re not losing that stubborn weight? It makes sense to think “Eat Less, PLUS Exercise” Magically…. Weight Loss! Usually not right! Very-low-calorie diets may create […]
Juggling Family (Extended) Over the Holiday Season – While Keeping Your Weight Loss/Health Goals on Track
Are friends and/or family making you fat?? A loaded question question huh! In many families, food is the glue that bonds everyone together. Turning down food or trying to eat less, in many cultures, is […]
I Eat Low-Carb: Weight is Still Not Coming Off
Nutrition, weight loss, exercise, lifestyle changes are not as easy as 1-2-3 and a ‘Google Search’. If it was, we ALL would be at our ideal weight, no medications, no stress, normal BP, No Diabetes, […]
Holiday Spirits – Add the Joy, Not the Pounds!
The holidays can put even the most diligent dieter in worry mode. Afterall, ’tis the season to encounter all your favorite foods — including many that can tip the scale in the wrong direction. So, […]
Sweet Delights & Comfort Foods (Cave into Your Cravings!) – How to Indulge and Avoid the Holiday Weight Gain
We are a good solid month into holiday season. Holiday goodies such as cookies, candy, fruit cake, pies galore Holiday comfort foods such as dressing, casseroles, mac-n-cheese, fried turkey, ham galore Holiday spirits – stay […]
The Day After Thanksgiving…What Happens to Your Body When You Overeat?
Imagine: You’re preparing to go shopping and score all of the deals major stores have to offer. But as your getting dressed (at 3AM) and prepare to hit the streets, you notice something about you […]
Mindful Eating Tips on Thanksgiving Day (Yes, you Can Indulge!)
Who doesn’t want to fully enjoy the Thanksgiving favorites? In most cases, you are eating food you only have on Thanksgiving (or Christmas) That ‘inner Gremlin‘ says: “You won’t have this again until next year […]