Here we are. May 2022. Nearly half-way through the new year. Many of us find the transition from one year to the next as an opportunity to reflect, reset, and refocus and to set goals for growth in the new year. Along with that often continue…
March is National Nutrition Month®, and this year, we want to help you meet your health goals through tasty and nutritious meals by embracing the flavors and foods of different cultures. There are more than 100 different types of cuisines, all using their own combination continue…
Ever tried to make a healthy lifestyle change or develop a new habit and found yourself derailed at some point along the way? You’re not alone! Forbes estimates that 80% of people abandon their New Year’s resolution by February. If you feel like any of continue…
Are you looking to keep consistency in your favorite foods but seeking some new tastes and flavors? Often, we think adding flavor and spice means adding excess calories to our meals. But the good news is that there are lots of easy ways to add flavor to simple meals!
Losing weight to improve one’s health is a common goal for many individuals. Depending on your starting point, losing 5-10% of your weight can provide noticeable improvements in not only your health, but also lab values. As we lose weight, our body will do everything it can to get back to our previous weight.
This year’s theme for National Nutrition Month is all about personalizing your plate! Yes, we know that when it comes to nutrition, it is not one-size-fits all. We are all different. We have different backgrounds, different genetics and risk factors, different bodies, and different goals. So, let’s work with our bodies to develop a plan that’s right for us!
The pandemic has and is turning our lives upside down. I miss gathering with friends and family and mostly miss college football and tailgating. It also has made my practice of selfcare more of a priority. I don’t exactly have the healthiest of genes. Most of my family members are overweight, obese, and or have metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol. Being obese, having metabolic syndrome and or diabetes increases your chances of having severe complications from COVID.
Adjusting to a new routine can be difficult. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to big changes in schedules, structure, and stress for many of us. It can be hard to strike the balance of maintaining healthy habits and remaining flexible to the curve balls we continue…
Your gut microbiome plays a very important role in your overall health. Having an imbalance of the unhealthy and healthy bacteria in your gut can affect your gastrointestinal tract, your heart, blood sugar levels, mental health, and your weight. The verdict is still out but continue…
We are getting ready for the holidays, which for many people are a fun-filled, family and food-focused time. For some, it is ‘throw-caution-to-the-wind, no-holds-barred, enjoy-it-while-we-can mentality. For others, there is guilt, resentment, and loss, often related to your relationship with food. And for those who continue…