“We are what we eat.” I said that to a lady once and she replied, “I don’t look like chicken nuggets.” “But your insides do”, I answered. This was as difficult for the plump lady to swallow as the gristle on the chicken wings her young daughter was gnawing, her little mouth shiny from fried [...]
Habit and Convenience: Two Mental Obstacles to Overcome in Improving Diet
October 15, 2012 | Posted by
Superfoods to Help Manage Weight
August 15, 2012 | Posted by
If you are trying to lose weight, avoid the frozen, prepared, and often expensive “diet” meals and instead hit up the produce, grain and fish sections of the grocery store. These superfoods are not just filling and can help you manage your weight, but offer numerous health benefits as well. Kale. This dark, leafy green [...]
Ironic but True, Diet Sodas Can Actually Lead to Weight Gain
July 5, 2012 | Posted by
Want one reason for your beer belly? How about 100 quintillion? That’s about how many bacteria live in your gut. And scientists now believe these bacteria can have a significant impact on your weight. Consuming high amounts of fructose (a type of sugar), artificial sweeteners, and sugar alcohols (another type of low-calorie sweetener) cause your [...]
Which Grill Favorite is Healthier: Hamburgers or Hot Dogs?
June 22, 2012 | Posted by
It’s grilling season and chances are you’ll be making that ever-important cookout decision: hot dog or hamburger? Some people, no doubt, are cheering “Both!” But if you’re trying to make a healthier choice, then the registered dietitian in me knows that “both” is not the answer. So which one is the healthier pick? See how [...]
