Have you ever wondered about the connection between Type 2 diabetes and weight? First, what do we know about type 2 diabetes? With type 2 diabetes, people have insulin resistance which means their pancreas can still produce the hormone insulin, although not properly, and their continue…
We have all heard of the term ‘processed foods.’ For many, it brings to mind images of pre-packaged meals and cream-filled breakfast cakes. But did you know that the term ‘processed’ can also refer to washing and chopping fruits and vegetables? Processing involves anything that continue…
A few months ago, I was working with a patient who wanted to lose 30 pounds. She was frustrated and could not understand why she was not losing weight because she was eating whole, organic, gluten-free foods. As our discussion continued it was evident she continue…
The following are five nutrients that we can’t live without. Combined with water intake, these nutrients can provide your body the perfect recipe for a healthy life. Eating a variety of healthy foods, as well as balancing out your meals by providing protein, carbohydrates, and healthy continue…
Your mother always said “breakfast is the most important meal of the day,” and she wasn’t entirely wrong. Breakfast can provide import fuel to start your day, prevent you from being overly hungry later, and even help to reduce cravings for unhealthy foods. However, what continue…
The coming holiday season is a time of mixed feelings for many. How to enjoy the festivities of the season without the all-too-common weight gain that follows? As with so many aspects of health, the answer boils down to: Have a plan! First off, let’s continue…
Halloween is a celebration of sweets and treats, but if you’re trying to cut calories, it can be a challenge to keep your hands out of the candy bowl. Even though they are miniature size, each of those candy bars can add 50-150 calories to continue…
Healthy eating includes making healthful food choices, which means knowing what and how much you eat. Do you know the difference between serving and portion sizes? While the terms serving and portion often are used interchangeably, they actually mean different things. A “serving” is the continue…
Why am I not losing weight?! We hear this all the time in our clinic. Weight management can be incredibly frustrating, and there are dozens of things that can get in the way of successfully losing weight. Let’s take a look at a few of continue…
So how’s that New Year’s resolution coming? I’ve noticed a trend at my gym the last several years. Come January 2nd, there’s no parking. None. And all the good machines are full, as are all the classes. Seems like everyone in town is working continue…