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Practical Tips for Healthy Eating

Posted: 05/08/2013

Here are 5 tips for practical eating that will help to either maintain what you already do or move you toward eating more healthily.  All of these tips can help with exercise performance and and with weight loss and/or maintenance.

Social Eating Pressures and Exercise Behaviors

Posted: 02/20/2013

Does pure pressure and social situations cause you to eat and/or not exercise?  A study done by ACSM has shown evidence that social pressure causes weight gain.

A Nutritionist’s View: Treating Clients With Celiac Disease

Posted: 02/06/2013

Celiac disease, also known as celiac sprue, nontropical sprue, gluten intolerance, or gluten-sensitive enteropathy, is a condition that results in damage to the lining of the small intestine, decreasing its ability to absorb some foods. This damage is a result of a reaction to gluten, which is a protein complex found in foods processed from wheat, barley, and rye. 

Perfect for a sweet treat on a cold winter’s day.

Posted: 01/15/2013

Dr. Janet’s Quick, Healthy (and sinfully satisfying) Dark Hot ChocolateYield: 1 cup• 2 Tablespoons dark unsweetened cocoa powder• 12 fl. ozs. light soy milk• 2 packets Splenda (or sweetener of choice)• 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract• 2 Tablespoons fat-free whipped toppingIn a large microwavable mug, mix cocoa powder with sweetener. Addsoy milk and...

Healthy Eating: Tips and Tricks for a Nutrition Transition

Posted: 05/02/2012

Spring is in the air bringing changes to weather, wardrobes and waistlines. With the holidays and cold weather months behind you and plans for spring break trips, pool time lounging and outdoor activities in the near future, this is the perfect time to focus on healthy eating.In light of National Nutrition Month, now is the time to shake off the winter doldrums and make the transition...

Creating Your 2011 New Year’s Resolution Recipe for Success

Posted: 01/01/2011

It’s that time of year again when many of us make New Year’s resolutions to improve our health and well-being. Unfortunately, we often have a tough time sticking to our goals, and by the time Valentine’s Day rolls around, our best-laid plans may have gone by the wayside. That’s why now is the time to create your recipe for New Year’s resolution success.According...

Light Eggnog Holiday Makeover Recipe

Posted: 12/22/2010

Creamy and delicious, with zero fat!  2 small ripe bananas, peeled1 cup fat-free milk½ tsp ground nutmeg1 tsp rum extract Makes 1 servingPut all the ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Pour into a festive cup and enjoy! Nutritional Information Per Serving (~ 1 cup):Food Weight: 2.0, Calories: 190, Total Fat: 0 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 130 mg,Total...

Tips for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain

Posted: 12/15/2010

Gobble, gobble…that’s your cue that the holidays are upon us and it’s time to start putting on the brakes NOW before the real damage is done. The old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” really applies to the holiday season. The following tips will help you fend off that holiday weight gain so that you won’t end this season...

Tips for Avoiding Holiday Weight Gain

Posted: 11/17/2010

Gobble, gobble…that’s your cue that the holidays are upon us and it’s time to start putting on the brakes NOW before the real damage is done. The old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” really applies to the holiday season. The following tips will help you fend off that holiday weight gain so that you won’t end this season...