If you are gaining weight even in a calorie deficit, it can be SO frustrating. A “calorie deficit” is when a person burns more calories than they consume. This can lead to weight loss, but not always. Weight loss is not as simple as calories in versus calories out. Yes, calories are one part of …
Mother’s Day is on the horizon! No gift yet? We’ve got ideas! Our list includes last minute Mother’s Day gifts that are self-care and food-related. Our favorite gift, of course, is a Nutrition Counseling session with one of our Registered Dietitians. There’s nothing better than giving your Mom the gift of better health!
A Little Background on Heart Disease and Heart Health: Cardiovascular disease is a serious health problem. But often, men get more attention from their doctors regarding heart health than women do. Yes, it’s important for both sexes, but I want women to get the message that they need to make it a health priority. Some …
Stress. OCD. Depression. PTSD. Anxiety. Panic disorder. Specific phobias. If any of these words describe your daily life, you’re not alone. Around 20% of Americans suffer from mental illness. And around a quarter of them have experienced serious thoughts of suicide. It is likely that you have researched & Googled ways to be free, or …
Celebrating moms everywhere! As moms ourselves, we know what the busy but rewarding life is like! So we came up with 21 self-care & food-related gift ideas for Mother’s Day! Self-Care/Wellness Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day Gift her a Back, Shoulders, and Neck massager OR a Foot massager Purchase her a subscription to an e-magazine …
Over the years, what we are told about dietary fat varies from year to year. Fat is good for you, fat is bad for you. Buy foods that are fat-free; no, buy low-fat; actually, we want to consume foods that are full-fat… what is accurate?! What are the benefits of dietary fat? Most importantly, what …
Are you 1 of the 10 million women managing PCOS? Yes, you heard that right! An estimated 10 million women have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), and about half of these women are unaware that they have the condition. PCOS, a hormonal disorder, varies but common symptoms include: amenorrhea (missed periods) hirsutism (hair growth, particularly in …
What’s the deal with inflammation? Reducing inflammation has always been a hot topic in the wellness world! Our bodies have natural mechanisms in place that promote healing and the fighting off of infections – inflammation is one of these mechanisms. Infections causing inflammation inside of our bodies could be from wounds, germs, or allergens. For …
And when we say “quick” breakfast, we mean quick! If you’re like many of our clients, you’re constantly on-the-go and really don’t have time to put breakfast together. Many times you may end up skipping a meal or purchasing a drive-thru breakfast sandwich. You may then struggle with the 4:00 crash or the nighttime hunger. …
Breakfast or not? It is common to hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Most of us may agree because breakfast gets us fueled for our busy day. However, a shocking 1 out of every 3 adult Americans actually take the time to eat a meal in the morning, with the …
What a Registered Dietitian Recommends I enjoy eating out on occasion, especially to spend time with my husband or to get a chance to catch up with friends and/or family! When you are health-conscious or trying to lose weight, eating out can be challenging. It can be difficult to make healthy food choices, especially if …
Body image is how we feel about our own bodies. Children and tends can develop a positive or negative image of their own bodies regardless of their weight. Parents and other role models are responsible for promoting a positive self image. Young people with positive self-image are more confident and comfortable in their own skin, …
