As a Dietitian, I don’t often encourage supplements because I believe we should be getting the nutrients we need through our foods. Ideally, if we are eating a balanced, well-rounded diet, then our needs would be met. However, there are a few things that are not as...
I asked my mamas what they wanted to know about nutrition. One of the gals asked “How do you start eating healthier? Like, if you have a wedding in a month, what is the best thing to do to get ready for it?” Great question! Now, if you know me or have read any of my...
Your littles are home from school, your routine is no longer, and the days seem never ending at times: welcome to summer break. From popcorn at the movies, Cheez-its by the pool, drive-thrus after the zoo, cookouts with friends, and not to mention it is ice cream...
While rearranging my office, I came across books I had not read in a while. One of them was Food Rules by Michael Pollan. I enjoy reading Pollan’s books and adopted his signature line Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants. as a healthy approach to balanced eating in...
Raise your hand if you are or have been a nursing mother on the verge of eating your child because you’re so hungry (okay, totally kidding—by child, I mean the entire fridge or pantry). Now, keep that hand up if you also have wondered post baby “why am I not losing...
Some of us have some serious sweet teeth. I’m not talking about a pristine dental job. Rather, a strong preference for all things sweet. Whether it’s in our DNA or related to habits – the desire for sweet treats for some people can seem out of control. The strong...
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