The holidays are among us again! Every year, I have clients ask me how they should go about dieting during the holiday season. What I say: Drop the dieting and savor the season. Enjoy your holidays in celebration without deprivation. Mindful Eating During The Holidays...
Supplement Do’s and Don’ts From A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
No matter how healthily we eat, sometimes it’s necessary to supplement our diet to give us the additional nutrients we need. There are a couple major reasons why. First, the nutrient density of our food supply is not what it used to be 30 years ago due to the...
Seven Tips For Building Healthy Habits That Stick
There's no doubt that establishing regular healthy habits can improve your quality of life and longevity. Once healthy behaviors — like quitting smoking, drinking only in moderation, or getting regular exercise — are entrenched into your regular schedule, you're more...
Tips For Healthy Eating During Summer Travel
School’s out, the sun is shining, and you’re ready to explore someplace new! But, what about all of those months of progress with your new, healthier eating routine? How can you keep somewhat healthy eating habits while traveling and vacationing this summer? Here are...
How To Make Grilling Healthier | A Guide to Healthy Grilling
How do you know that summer has arrived? When the smell of rich, savory grilled meat wafts through the neighborhood, of course! If you know what I’m talking about, you know how mouth-watering the simple thought of such a meal can be — not to mention the taste....
Superfoods for A Super You
It goes without saying that some foods are healthier than others. A leafy green salad is better for our bodies than a bowl of chips; A salmon filet with roasted veggies is much less inflammatory to the body than a double burger with cheese and a side of fries; Yogurt...
The Benefits of Kicking Sugar From Your Diet
Most people don’t overeat fruits or vegetables. However, they do overeat and drink added sugars in everything from coffee to sodas, breakfast cereal to desserts, and a broad range of packaged, processed foods from vegetables to entrees. Added sugars provide you...
The Health Benefits of Eating Chocolate
Being a Nutritionist, many people feel very guilty when they talk to me about how much they love chocolate. So, people are pleasantly surprised to hear that I also LOVE chocolate (the darker the better!). Clients are also surprised to hear that I eat dark chocolate,...