What is Normal Eating? 3-Myth Busters that Make Normal Eating Simple and Achievable for Anyone
These days, it seems like everyone wants to put a label on their eating. Vegan. Paleo. Gluten free. Clean. Here’s a funny point, when people find out I’m a dietitian, I often get a lot […]
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 […]
Pre-Diabetes: The Surprising Truth & HEART Health and Weight
Amazing but true: Approximately 88 million American adults—1 in 3—have Pre-Diabetes. More than 84% of people with Pre-Diabetes don’t know they have it. It’s real. It’s common. And most importantly, it’s reversible. You can prevent […]
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, […]
How to Jump Start Your Weight Loss by Making Peace with Your Inner Critic
Have you had any of these thoughts? “I exercised this morning, so I’ve earned this pizza.” “I’m stressed out after a rough day, and chocolate helps me relax.” “I can treat myself. It’s the weekend, […]
7 Keys to Crush Black-n-White Thinking – part II
“How to Stick to Eating Healthier & Weight Loss Goals: 7 Keys to Crush ‘Black & White’ Thinking” – cont Fourth key to crush B&W thinking: Pinpoint the emotions ‘the story you tell yourself’ triggers […]
7 Keys to Crush Black-n-White Thinking – Part I
“How to Stick to Eating Healthier & Weight Loss Goals: 7 Keys to Crush ‘Black & White’ Thinking” When you start a plan to lose weight or just eat healthier, do you feel like […]