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Intuitive eating: What it is and what it isn’t

Wellness

Jun 1, 2021

Intuitive eating has become very popular in the last year or so — so much so that it is being misconstrued by dieting and wellness companies and influencers. To set the record straight, I’m here to explain what intuitive eating...

How to build a healthier plate

Wellness

Apr 29, 2021

As much as we wish we could, we can’t change our genes. We can’t change what diseases could be hereditary or the conditions we may be more prone to develop. But there is hope for all of us—because we can...

Taking stock of bone broth: Is it really worth the hype?

Wellness

Apr 22, 2021

Have you been intrigued by the growing collection of bone broth recipes out there? Bone broth is trending, but don’t let its recent popularity fool you. Bone broth has been around for ages and has been used in Chinese medicine...

5 highly nutritious yet underrated foods to add to your diet

Wellness

Mar 30, 2021

As a registered dietitian, I am often asked, “What foods I should be eating? Can you give me a list of healthy superfoods?” This is always difficult for me to answer because I think all healthy foods are “super” in...

A cardiologist’s take on the keto diet

Wellness

Nov 3, 2020

Recently, my patients have started coming to me with questions about the keto diet — Is it safe? Is it good for your heart? Do you recommend it? After all, it’s well-established that diet and heart health go hand in...

Pandemic food rut? Learning to love food again

Wellness

Oct 12, 2020

2020 has certainly been a year for the books. To me, it seems as though COVID-19 kicked off a domino effect of stressful and uncertain events. When life gets tough and destroys any sort of routine, it can be quite...

The autoimmune protocol (AIP) diet: Does it actually help thyroid conditions?

Wellness

Aug 26, 2020

Thyroid disorders are extremely common in the U.S. — approximately 20 million Americans suffer from some sort of thyroid condition and 60 percent are unaware that they even have one. Women are 5 to 8 times more likely to develop...

Healthy eating on a budget: 10 tips to save money on groceries

Wellness

Aug 18, 2020

Are you tired of spending half your paycheck on going out to eat? Maybe you want to eat healthy, but you’re feeling a little pressure to reign in your spending? Or maybe you already eat a healthy diet, but you’re...

All about adaptogens: Do these healing herbs really work?

Wellness

Aug 11, 2020

Adaptogen products are everywhere in the food and supplement market right now. Curious about what these supplements are and if they are worth the hype? Let’s find out!What are adaptogens?Adaptogens are defined as herbs or roots that possibly act like a...

7 signs you may be vitamin D deficient

Wellness

Jul 17, 2020

Have you noticed that vitamin D has been a hot topic in the news recently? Vitamin D plays an important role in the overall health of your entire body — especially helping boost your immune system to fight infections. Let’s talk...

Emotional eating: Why do we turn to food to cope with our feelings?

Wellness

Jun 2, 2020

How many times have you heard someone say, “I’m afraid I’ll binge on that,” “I’m a stress eater,” or “I’m a boredom eater?” Many people view themselves as “emotional” eaters and think they just need more self-control. However, what if it...

Plant-based diet 101: What to consider before going vegetarian or vegan

Wellness

May 29, 2020

Your whole life you’ve been told to “eat your veggies.” As it turns out, mom and dad were right. Long gone are the days you nudge your broccoli to the edge of the plate with a sour pout. Today, that...

Foods that may help boost your immune system

Wellness

Mar 19, 2020

Every day, your immune system helps your body fight off foreign invaders like bacteria, viruses, fungi and toxins to keep you healthy. But during cold and flu season or other times when infection rates are high, your immune system could...

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7 ways to stock your fridge for weight loss and a balanced diet

Wellness

Feb 17, 2020

Your stomach is beginning to sound like an angry bear, but there are still several hours before dinner. You’ve been trying to watch your weight, but as you open the fridge, you realize you ate the last yogurt cup this...

Dining out? How to make balanced choices at any restaurant

Wellness

Feb 14, 2020

Restaurant menus can be confusing sometimes. Does the word “crispy” indicate fried or baked foods? Are salads really the best option? Descriptive “fluff” words and hidden preparation methods can be hard to decipher. Try these decision-making strategies for a simpler...

What to know about high fructose corn syrup

Wellness

Feb 6, 2020

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the US adult obesity rate stands at more than 40% at the last count, with nearly 20% of children and adolescents considered overweight or obese.With so many of us dealing with weight...

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5 clean eating hacks for holiday parties

Wellness

Dec 18, 2019

Holiday festivities are in full swing and the temptations are running at an all-time high. Why does it seem like every time you walk past the break room at work the sweets sitting on the counter call your name? I...

A nutritional breakdown of CBD

Wellness

Oct 29, 2019

With a new CBD store popping up on every street corner, it is safe to say that CBD, or cannabidiol, is a hot topic in alternative medicine.But is CBD good for you? Let me fill you in on CBD and...

Easy breakfast meal prep ideas for busy people

Wellness

Oct 23, 2019

The American household of today looks quite different from that of our parents and grandparents, doesn’t it? Multitasking, commuting and remote working capabilities have changed our typical workday in many ways.Today’s households often include both partners in the workforce —...

12 signs you might have a thiamine deficiency

Wellness

Oct 7, 2019

Have you ever heard of thiamine? Chances are, your answer was “no.” As it turns out, this often ignored — but crucial — vitamin plays a very important role in your health.What is thiamine?Thiamine, or vitamin B1, is a crucial...