Go ahead and indulge. Enjoy special foods on holidays, but do it smart. Here are some easy ways to enjoy a holiday dinner without over doing it.
There’s nothing more satisfying than coming home with a bag full of Halloween candy. Here are some tips on choosing candy to enjoy without extra guilt.
For over fifty years we have been celebrating the Earth on April 22, thanks to a Wisconsin Senator, Gaylord Nelson. And, since its inception in 1970, Earth Day celebrations have expanded across the globe. And as the movement grows globally, …
Nutrition and bone health go hand-in-hand. As we age, our bone health can deteriorate putting us at higher risk of breaks and fractures, and can even lead to osteoporosis. Eating a balanced diet will bring better health overall, but for …
Fiber and heart health go hand in hand. Increasing your fiber intake is a key element to following a heart-healthy diet. Fiber is the structural part of plants that is not digested or absorbed. Soluble Fiber vs Insoluble Fiber According …
You know the story. You want to be healthy. You want to eat a good homecooked dinner. But, if you are like any working adult I know, you also have 5,000 things to do. You get stuck late at work. …
September is National Whole Grains month, and what better way to welcome a fall chill with hearty whole grains. Refined grains lose their nutrients during processing, some of which can be added back during enrichment. Whole grains are high in …
Last spring and early summer brought beautiful strawberries, hearty collard greens, and sweet pineapple (see the full Spring and Early Summer list here). As we welcome fall, check out what’s in-season as well as my picks to boost your nutrition! …
Nutrition is a key part of successful training. It’s not just important for professional athletes. Whether you are just starting to hit the gym or are running your third marathon, fueling your workouts can mean better endurance and better performance. …
Do you know the difference between IBS-C, IBS-D, and Crohn’s disease? Gastrointestinal diseases often are lumped together or commonly confused. While irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Crohn’s disease are similar, they have key differences that require individualized medical and nutritional management. Irritable …
