Have you taken a step back this summer yet to do a check-in on your eating habits? It's so easy to get side tracked and start eating unhealthy things - one icecream here, and one too many drinks there - and before you know it, you've gained five pounds...
Read moreHealthy salads
I'm having a tough time eating in the Summer when it's really warm. Which is why I often chose a salad, since it's easier to eat something cold. One mistake that I sometimes see people doing is that they forget the protein in their salads...
Read moreWhy I drink tea
There are many reasons why I drink tons of green tea, but the main reason is to curb my appetite...
Read more‘Fast Casual’ Restaurant Dishes Have More Calories Than Fast Food
Interesting article on www.huffingtonpost.com. Although I appreciate when we spread knowledge about health and educate everyone on calories and to understand what they eat, I always crinch when the focus is on calorie count...
Read moreHealthy filling snack
I don't believe in being hungry. I believe in eating the right healthy foods that will give you energy and keep you satisfied. I also like to mix it up and try different snacks...
Read moreAre you eating enough calcium?
Since I removed my uterus last fall, I've started going into menopause. Not what I was expecting... It's both depressing and difficult...
Read moreYour salt intake
I've been noticing lately how much my salt intake impact how i feel. I have never noticed a big difference in the past, except some bloating after I have had sushi with soy sauce or a lot of other salty foods...
Read moreHow to make vegetables last longer
Vegetables are expensive so It's good to know how to take care of them to make them last as long as possible...
Read moreGreat post-workout meals
The best mother's day gift I got yesterday was a great workout in the morning. I ran for 30 minutes and then lifted weights. For breakfast afterwards I had an omelette with avocado slices...
Read moreBoost your H2O intake through the foods you eat
We all know that it's critical to drink water. Water regulates the body's temperature, helps circulation of nutrients in the body and prevents constipation. But it's not easy to always keep up with drinking enough water...
Read moreThe benefit of eating rosemary
Rosemary is an herb used to flavor meat, poultry, vegetables, seafood and baked goods. Its great for sauces, soups and tomato-based dishes. I always use it when I cook lamb, and oven roasted potatoes. I love the pine-like flavor...
Read moreCreate a support system
Even when you have the knowledge to become healthy, the road there can be challenging. Even as a Nutritionist I sometimes struggle to stay motivated and focused...
Read moreA healthy protein snack
I wanted to give you a tip of a super healthy snack that you can keep in your desk draw for a dose of protein and healthy fat...
Read moreThe health benefits of parsley
I used to eat a lot of parsley growing up. It was probably because we had it in the garden. My mom put it in stews, but also sprinkled over the boiled potatoes which we almost ate daily...
Read moreThe health benefit of cinnamon
Did you know that cinnamon can boost your metabolism? It also has benefits for blood sugar regulation, which is why it's a great seasoning for people with diabetes...
Read moreThe benefits of eating garlic
Garlic is not only great to add flavor to a meal, it also provides lots of health benefits. When I was little and I had earaches my mom used to put some sauteed garlic in a cotton ball and place it in my ear. ..
Read moreThe benefit of eating cabbage
We had some delicious sauteed cabbage for dinner last night. I sauteed it in olive oil with a little bit of salt...
Read morePrevent muscle loss
I know that I have to take it easy a couple of more weeks, but taking it easy is not my strong suit...I tried to lift some weights last night, without straining my stomach to much. I don't want to lose the muscles I've been able to build up...
Read moreA healthy Thanksgiving dinner
Eating often takes center stage during Thanksgiving, and most of us will eat up to 5,000 calories at Thanksgiving dinner...
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