Are you looking to add foods to your diet that will give you an extra boost of energy, happiness and emotional well-being? Look no further than fiber. Not only does fiber help with mental health, but also high-fiber diets have been linked to lower rates of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, autoimmune disease and Alzheimer’s, just […]
When talking about antioxidants, chances are visions of dark chocolate, juicy strawberries and pomegranate juice pop into your head. What about cinnamon or oregano? Creating meals using spices and herbs is one of the best ways to add color, taste and aroma (and antioxidants!) to foods without adding salt or fat. Antioxidants may help to […]
Many people turn to food, consciously or unconsciously, when facing a difficult problem or when they feel stressed, isolated, bored or even excited. Eating to suppress or soothe our emotions is often called emotional eating. It can include impulsive or binge eating, which is eating whatever is convenient, quickly and without enjoyment. Women are more […]
How many times have you been on a diet in your lifetime? Some people are successful in losing weight in the short-term, but once they abandon their diet of choice the weight piles back on. Those who actually commit to long-term lifestyle changes are typically more successful in keeping the weight off. Dr. Jennifer Selensky, […]
If you find that your favorite dress is getting tighter every year, it’s probably not your imagination. Research shows that adults gain an average of one to two pounds per year. You may have heard that the culprit is a slowing metabolism. If that’s true, how can you best maintain a healthy weight into middle […]
Before I became a nurse practitioner, I was concerned about my weight, so I did a ton of research on the best way to lose weight. Now that I am a nurse practitioner, I get to apply my own knowledge to help others lose weight. “If It Fits Your Macros” Diet My favorite diet for […]
We have all seen meal prep posts on Instagram or other social media where individuals show off their weeks’ worth of preps. Each meal positioned in an individual container that covers the top of their kitchen island. They have meticulously adjusted the color balance, the shadows and the saturation to make every portion of the […]
Are you looking to speed up your recovery from illness or fuel your athletic performance? Look no further than the power of plants. Plant foods in the form of fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, nuts, seeds and whole grains have been helping to lower cholesterol, reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease as well as lower the […]
Everyone craves a sweet treat every now and then, but when you’re managing health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and/or cholesterol, finding the right balance of satisfying your sweet tooth and not overindulging can be challenging. The good news is, it can be done. While many desserts are high in saturated fat, […]
Why are so many people gluten intolerant? The number of Americans who say they are gluten-free more than tripled from 2009 to 2014. But the number of Americans who have celiac disease stayed pretty much same (roughly 1% of the population). More people may be sensitive to gluten because of other underlying conditions. Chronic inflammation […]
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