Enjoy this colorful scrambled eggs breakfast after your morning workout, or just when you wake up to get your metabolism going! Did you know that eating a breakfast high in protein can keep you more satisfied, energized, and alert throughout the rest of the day? High protein breakfasts help with weight management since they help …
Prep time for the overnight oats: 15 minutes Ingredients 3/4 cup rolled oats, gluten-free if necessary 1 cup canned full fat coconut milk 1/2 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree 2 tablespoons maple syrup (plus more to taste) 1 tablespoon molasses 2 tablespoons unsalted almond butter 1 …
An apple a day will keep the doctor away March is one of my favorite months because it is National Nutrition Month. As a Registered Dietitian, it really inspires me to reach out and educate as many people as possible on the amazing benefits that nutrition can have in your life. For example, did you …
The Importance of “Me Time” Self-care (aka “me time”) has been defined as providing adequate attention to one’s own physical and psychological wellness (Beauchamp & Childress, 2001). In other words, you need to take time to recharge your batteries. Have you ever just been stuck with all of the to-dos in life? Perhaps you work …
New Year’s Resolutions As a Health Coach, I work with people every year in regards to what New Year’s resolution they want to set for themselves. According to ABC News, the top 3 resolutions are: Enjoy life to the fullestLive a healthier lifestyleLose weight Every day I coach multiple people on what areas of wellness …
Happy Halloween- What to do with all that candy! “Halloween” comes from a Celtic festival for the dead called “Samhain.” People believed the ghosts of the dead roamed Earth on this day, so people would dress in costumes and leave “treats” out on their front doors to appease the roaming spirits. In modern time, Halloween …
The love for Spaghetti Squash Enjoying healthy fall foods is so easy! They provide a variety of immune-boosting nutrients. Spaghetti squash is a strong source of Vitamin A and C, potassium, and Omega-3’s. Of course, my favorite way to eat this is a play on traditional spaghetti. Here’s one method for preparing the squash for …
Probiotics and Weight Loss Bacteria living in our intestinal tract influence many aspects of our health. Probiotics are microscopic bacteria that we eat for health benefits. The human body carries around 100 trillion microorganisms in the intestines (gut flora). Probiotics help to maintain the balance of bacteria in the gut. The gut flora plays an …
Did you eat your Superhero today? There are so many foods containing superheroes available for us to eat! They protect our bodies from evil with every bite. Not to mention they are delicious and readily available. This sophisticated defense system helps prevent cancers, protects against heart disease, and aids in a healthy immune system. In …
Celebrate National Cheese Day by learning more about cheese! Just as there are no two people alike, there are no two cheeses alike. But one thing they all contain is protein. The majority of protein in cheese belong to a family of milk proteins called casein. One of casein protein’s main benefits is its digestion …
BBQ Food Safety It’s summertime! This means the cabin is now open, the pool or lake is just the right temperature for the kiddos to jump in, and the invitations go out to friends and family for the next BBQ. But as you fire up the grill you will want to make sure that your …
When the word salad comes to mind many people think ”diet” and that’s all I’m going to eat for the next month. UGH! So, let’s get one thing straight, eating healthy foods such as vegetables makes for a healthy nutrition plan, not a diet. Vegetables provide us with lots of fiber that helps to keep …
