Winter has arrived and it is the perfect time to stay warm and cozy indoors with some of our top winter dishes. You can try a hearty one-pot soup or stew, or if you’re looking for something more, go for a classic pot roast or easy one-pan roasted salmon. No matter which recipe you choose, …
Wondering how to calm your anxiety? Maybe you feel like a ball of nerves lately. Or perhaps you have a hard time falling (or staying) asleep because of racing thoughts. Maybe feeling anxious has become a routine part of your day, or is making life feel especially challenging or overwhelming. If any of this sounds …
Setting SMART goals helps you define your intentions and put them into practice, whether it be in pursuit of better health or any other goal you would like to prioritize. The acronym SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Relevant, Time-based and Accountability. When you’re trying to make changes in your life, setting SMART goals can …
Working out at home is often the easiest and most convenient way to give yourself a daily dose of exercise. It requires no gym membership and there is no commuting time. Plus, you can squeeze in a workout any time, day or night! Meanwhile, experts recommend 150 minutes of exercise each week, or 30 minutes …
“What are some healthy lunch and snack ideas for kids?” As dietitians, we get asked this question all the time. As parents, we want to properly fuel our kids, whether they are home with us or heading off to school. Remember, what your kids eat throughout the day truly does matter. In fact nutrition can …
Food safety is an important topic, especially since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 48 million Americans get food poisoning each year. That’s one in six people! Meanwhile if you’ve ever had food poisoning, you know the effects are not pleasant, with symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Ultimately there are …
Why is exercise important? The reason is simple: Studies show that regular and consistent physical activity has a positive impact on both mental and physical health. In fact science has proven time and time again that moving your body on a regular basis creates long-lasting benefits. In this article we will discuss many topics including: …
Is walking really beneficial? Are there really any health benefits to walking? The answering is a resounding YES! Often we hear from our clients that they don’t run or jog for a variety of reasons. Meanwhile, they are convinced that walking offers no real benefit. They are left with a “why bother” outlook that leads …
Many of our clients wonder if there is a fad diet that works. With obesity on the rise globally, more and more people are looking for a quick fix for their weight issues. Meanwhile fad diets often promise (and sometimes deliver) rapid weight loss. However, questions remain: Do fad diets yield results that are long-lasting …
Promoting a positive body image is a topic that comes up often with our clients. This is especially true for the parents of young kids and teens. What is body image? Quite simply, it’s how we feel about our own bodies. Children and teens in particular can develop a positive or negative image of their …
So many of our clients come to us after Valentine’s Day and say that the holiday was tough for them. They feel as though eating out and consuming too much candy threw them off track to reaching their health goals. Meanwhile, a special meal and some chocolate is certainly okay in moderation. It’s all about …
Low fat? Fat free? Full fat? Over the years, the nutrition advice on dietary fat seems to keep changing. Our dietitians share their science-based advice on dietary fat, and the role it plays in your overall health.
