Quiz: Rate Your Metabolism Your metabolism is essentially the key to your health however it is probably the most underestimated and misunderstood concept. Most of my clients seek my services because they want to lose weight. This is a wonderful goal to work toward, especially since being overweight is a precursor to many different types […]
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Yoga Benefits
I am certified to teach yoga and I love practicing it, but I have to admit that I am in the beginning of my spiritual path. This article comes from a normal person (or at least I like to think I am normal) who is becoming enlightened from yoga and wants to share its benefits […]
Meals for a Week
Planning Ahead Guide: The Key to Your Health! ARE YOU ONE OF THOSE PEOPLE WHO COME HOME FROM WORK AND HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO PREPARE FOR DINNER? Whether you forgot to thaw the frozen chicken or simply don’t have the energy to plan and prepare a balanced healthy dinner, this guide will provide you […]
The Benefits of Juicing
Vegetable Juicing 101 Although many people have heard of the wonderful benefits of juicing, few know much about it or where to start. Here is a beginner’s guide to the art of juicing and all it has to offer. WHAT is juicing? Juicing, put simply, is using raw vegetables, fruits, or other fresh ingredients to […]
Best Cookbooks
I’ve often mentioned “go-to” books or websites I use when I want recipes that are fast, easy, and guaranteed delicious. Here is a list of all my favorite books, websites, chefs, etc. Most of these are not exclusively gluten and dairy-free, but most do contain a large number of recipes that are. And always remember […]
Being a Healthy Vegetarian
There is a multitude of reasons why people become vegetarians: moral, religious, social, and health concern. While certain health advantages do exist, it is extremely important for anyone contemplating cutting out an entire food group to be conscious of various nutritional depletions. Benefits of a vegetarian diet when properly balanced can include a decreased risk […]
Healthy Holiday Family Plan
The holidays are a joyous time, however they can also contribute to unhealthy eating habits. It begins in October with the Halloween candy and never-ending sweets, followed by the rich holiday comfort foods. Come January, we attempt to enforce a strict New Year’s resolution, which finally results in a mental and physical rebellion – a […]
Simple Thanksgiving
Everyone seems to get so stressed out when the holidays roll around and I can completely understand why. The thought of hosting a large group of people for an occasion such as Thanksgiving when you don’t entertain regularly can be overwhelming. Oddly enough, the most stress I’ve endured on Turkey Day is from my family […]
How do you get a GOOD night’s sleep?
If you have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep, try to follow these tips for more quality hours in bed. As a Registered Dietitian working with all kinds of clients, I have noticed an important trend. Most client who are sleep deprived or don’t have a consistent sleep schedule, tend to have more trouble […]
Nutritionist Approved Bars
As a Registered Dietitian, I usually recommend my clients eat real whole foods and small frequent meals throughout the day. Unfortunately this is not always possible. Most people resort to processed quick foods and tend to eat larger meals due to their busy schedules. Many clients ask me if bars are ok to use on […]
