Cheese – a product of art, culture, and craftsmanship, revered by many as one of the finest culinary delights. From creamy bries to pungent blues, the world of cheese is as diverse as it is delicious. It’s not just a delicious treat but it also offers a range of health benefits of cheese that can …
Everybody seems to enjoy good food. And a fun night out at their favorite restaurants. And sharing their experiences of both with their families and friends. For many people, they want to be able to enjoy a nice dinner out while still being able to reach their health and wellness goals. We know that restaurant …
Going out to eat can be an overwhelming experience for a lot of people. Restaurants can be difficult to navigate if you are trying to lose weight, adhere to certain dietary restrictions, focus on overall wellness, or you are someone who deals with emotions and guilt when eating. Even though eating out presents these challenges, …
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: …
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.
Emotional eating, stress eating, and boredom eating are a big struggle for many people, including our clients. Get the help you need and find new ways to cope!
Our heart is such an amazing organ! It pumps blood and oxygen through our arteries throughout the body. But like everything else, food impacts our bodies and our heart! We want to make sure we eat a diet that helps keep us reach out heart health goals. But a diet high in saturated fat, artificial …
Probiotics and weight loss has become a hot topic in the health and wellness world. As scientific advances unfold, the known positive effects of a healthy gut seem more and more promising. We know that probiotics play a crucial role in gut health, brain health, heart health, and immunity. However recent studies indicate that probiotics …
Can nutrition play a role in managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)? The short answer is, yes. This topic comes up often with patients suffering from conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two forms of IBD. In this post, we discuss the various types of IBD and how nutrition and working with a Registered Dietitian …
Are you eating enough high fiber foods? Probably not. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults in the United States consume about half of the recommended daily intake of fiber, with less than 5% actually getting the recommended amount on a daily basis. Meanwhile, fiber plays an important role in weight management, heart health, blood sugar …
Fiber has many benefits, from keeping you regular to aiding in weight loss. But chances are, you may not be getting enough fiber in your diet. Research indicates that most Americans are not getting enough fiber Why? Because they are consuming too many processed foods in the Standard American Diet. Also, many people with GI …
