Some of my clients tell me how difficult it can be finding healthy options when being a busy college student. It can be hard to find healthier options that are affordable and easy to prepare. Instead of buying McD’s and drinking a couple of beers whenever you get HANGRY, focus on eating more frequently and […]
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My Favorite Crackers
When shopping for clean and nutrient dense crackers, it’s difficult to choose the best options. Many people love Ritz crackers. It’s essential to read ingredients because you’ll learn that Ritz crackers contains partially hydrogenated oil and high fructose corn syrup! Even crackers that claim to be “healthy,” like Wheat Thins and Wheatables contain high fructose […]
Plain Water Alternatives
Sick of plain old water? Many clients tell me that they don’t enjoy the taste of water because it’s flavorless. Sorry to break it to you…a healthy metabolism needs at least 8 cups of water a day! Unfortunately, most flavored waters on the market are bad for you. Here are two popular drinks that my […]
Acai Bowls and Hidden Sugar
There is a huge difference between homemade acai bowls and restaurant prepared acai bowls. For example, Jamba Juice makes acai bowls packed with honey, fruits, and sweetened soymilk. These ingredients sound healthy until you learn that one serving contains 67 grams of sugar and 99 grams of carbohydrates! That is a blood sugar crash waiting […]
Is the Keto Diet Good For You?
People always ask me, “What is your opinion on the Ketogenic Diet?” and “What is a Keto Diet”. Here is a simple explanation: When eating a high fat and low carb keto diet, the body is forced into a process called ketosis to use fat (avocado, eggs, grass fed beef) for energy instead of carbohydrates […]
Feed Your Kids Better
I recently wrote an article for Everything Brevard Magazine (March 2018) As a registered dietitian and mama of three young kids, what we feed our children is a topic dear to my heart. When I lived in California, I owned a meal delivery service that provided healthy lunches to schools. I’ve long had strong […]
Packable Snack List
I am on the Space Coast Dragon Boat Team. When participating in a festival, it is an all day event and it is essential to pack lots of food to maintain my energy. As the team nutritionist, many of my teammates have asked me for healthy packable snack ideas. Hope you all find my list helpful to […]
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Tags: Eating Out Tips, Kid's Menu, Menu Plans, snack, snack list
Top 5 Protein Powders
Clients are always asking me what protein powder they should use. Seems like an easy question but unfortunately, most protein powders are unhealthy. I’ve written articles about this topic in the past but I want to provide you with up to date information and options. Read the ingredients What is the protein source? Soy…NO good. […]
Balanced Life = True Weight Loss
I recently wrote this article for Everything Brevard Magazine (January 2018): Balanced Life = True Weight Loss Our American society is filled with busy schedules and high demands. Along with work and family stressors, does your health and weight stress you out too? Learn how to balance your hectic routine with a healthy and whole […]
Daily Affirmations for Healthy Weight Loss
Most of my clients have negative views of themselves. I hear them saying “I’m fat” or “my metabolism is slow”. In order to see positive changes with your body, you need to start with your mind. Your outlook will dictate your future. If you say your fat, most likely, you will stay fat. Let’s choose […]
