I'm exited to share my most recent article in Obesity Help on "Intuitive Eating for Long-Term Weight Control" .
Long-term Change Requires Behavior CHANGE
I've been talking to quite a few people about weight loss this week, and while everyone's story is somewhat unique, there are many similarities. For one, my clients tell me that their doctors often say, "Eat less and move more," as guidance for an array of ailments such as obesity, hypertension, diabetes or heart disease. … Continue reading Long-term Change Requires Behavior CHANGE
A Parents Guide to Halloween Candy
Preserve the joy of Halloween. A guide to managing your kids candy stash post-Halloween.
Whole Roasted Cauliflower
I found this enormous orange cauliflower at the local Farmers' Market and felt inspired to prepare it whole...slow-roasted until the florets are falling off the stalk. Ingredients 1 whole cauliflower (about 2 pounds, although this one was about 4 pounds) 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder Instructions Preheat oven to … Continue reading Whole Roasted Cauliflower
Mushrooms are uniquely healthy
Mushrooms are nutrient-dense and naturally low in calories. They have been shown to decrease the risk of cancer, lower sodium intake, promote lower cholesterol, protect brain health, stimulate a healthy gut, support a strong immune system, and are the only vegetable to promote Vitamin D.
Lasting Weight Loss
Creating New Habits are Key. Rather than starting off the week pledging to start yet another new diet, focus on shifting your routine. In my latest article published in Obesity Help, Creating New Habits for Lasting Weight Maintenance, I discuss how to Identify, Disrupt and Replace the bad habits that are sabotaging your efforts and … Continue reading Lasting Weight Loss
Keep Your Colon Healthy
The key to a healthy colon is simple: keep everything moving. This includes eating plenty of high-fiber fruits, vegetables, and whole grains throughout the day. Also, drink plenty of liquids. Eat enough fiber. You need 25 to 30 grams of fiber each day. Try choosing fiber-rich foods throughout the day and add pure (unprocessed) bran … Continue reading Keep Your Colon Healthy
Simple Changes to Combat Menopausal Weight Gain
5 Tips for Fighting Menopausal Weight Gain
Healthy Halupkis (Slovak Stuffed Cabbage)
Try a big batch of low-cal stuffed cabbage on New Years Day.
Asthma and Your Diet: What to Eat and What to Avoid
What's the connection between asthma and your diet?
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Warm up with vegan butternut squash soup!
Can Breakfast Cereal be Part of a Healthy Diet?
Cold cereals are an easy, convenient food. Many try to promote the latest nutrition trend or tempt your kids with fun shapes and cartoon characters. But you may wonder: Are breakfast cereals as healthy as they claim to be and are they the best choice for breakfast? What is breakfast cereal? Breakfast cereal is made … Continue reading Can Breakfast Cereal be Part of a Healthy Diet?
Back on Track Snack
After a holiday weekend of maybe too many burgers, chips or adult beverages, our bodies crave some vitamin-packed foods prepared gently for easy digestion. Here's a simple, seasonal recipe that can be eaten as an afternoon snack or as a meal when served with a whole grain, like brown rice or quinoa. Ingredients2 teaspoons extra-virgin … Continue reading Back on Track Snack
A Hangover Free Holiday
Photo by Ehioma Osih on Pexels.com Thanksgiving is almost here and we are about to embark on the season of overindulgence. With that in mind, I thought it might be helpful to dive into the mechanisms of alcohol and its effect on the body. Let me start by saying that I am not anti-alcohol, but … Continue reading A Hangover Free Holiday
Essential Food Guide for Toddlers Aged 1-5
Pexels.com Toddlers or children ages 1 to 5 years can be picky when it comes to food. Their senses of taste and small are developing and the sights and textures of different foods can be overwhelming to some children. It is very common for a toddler to opt for simple, familiar foods resulting in a … Continue reading Essential Food Guide for Toddlers Aged 1-5
How Weight Loss Drugs Impact Hunger and Appetite
Hunger is a physiological need for food, while appetite is a desire influenced by cravings and emotions. Weight loss medications can suppress appetite but not hunger, helping individuals learn to recognize true hunger cues. Keeping a journal and preparing small meals can aid in distinguishing between hunger and appetite, promoting better eating habits.
Food Fun
Daily writing promptWhat's the most delicious thing you've ever eaten?View all responses A blueberry in June.
Nutrition and Weight Loss Drugs
Managing side effects of weight loss medications through nutrition.
The Health Benefits of Kombucha: A Probiotic Powerhouse
Photo by Macourt Media on Pexels.com Kombucha is a probiotic, fermented tea beverage made with bacterial cultures and yeast, otherwise known as SCOBY (Symbiotic Cultures of Bacteria and Yeasts). Typically, kombucha is prepared with black tea and sugar. The addition of the SCOBY converts the sugar to alcohol (yeast fermentation) and then the alcohol is … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Kombucha: A Probiotic Powerhouse
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