As an experienced nutritionist, I have found that most people mess up in the mornings. Does coffee drive you to get your day started? For most people, they need coffee first thing in the morning. I understand why – the smell, the boost of energy, and a nice poop. However, coffee first thing in the […]
Tag Archives: Coffee and Caffeine
Coffee or Tea
With the cold weather and hectic holidays, many of us turn to caffeinated or warm beverages for comfort and fast energy. When comparing coffee to tea, it is obvious that tea’s benefits outweigh coffee but there are still many pro’s and con’s to both. Compared to many sodas, juices and sports drinks, tea and coffee […]
How Much Caffeine is Too Much?
It seems like a simple topic, but “coffee and caffeine” can be a controversial and sometimes a touchy topic with some people. As a Registered Dietitian who has helped many people detox their body of caffeine, I have seen them struggle emotionally and physically. In this newsletter, my intention is to provide you with some […]
Rate of Metabolism
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 […]
Foods Causing Cancer
Last year I wrote about Cancer Prevention when my Dad was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. After surgery and treatment, I am happy to say that he is doing great. That newsletter, “Cancer Prevention” is archived on my website. In the past month, our family has received sad news that two more family members have been […]
Reducing Cancer Risk
Last month, my family hit me with the news that my Dad was just diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. Anytime you find out someone you love has the Big C, it’s a blow to your heart. Well, luckily my Dad’s cancer was caught in the early stage. He will be undergoing surgery sometime this month, then […]
Give Up Coffee
So have you noticed that there is a Starbuck’s on every corner these days? People are willing to pay $3 or so for a cup of coffee everyday. This yields over a thousand dollars a year. I think you can guess what my opinion is on this one – WHAT A WASTE OF MONEY. Most […]
Random Nutrition Facts
Why does asparagus make your pee smell bad? I know that I have pondered this question my whole life. However, some people may think that I am crazy. It turns out that approximately half the population finds that their urine smells bad a few hours after they’ve eaten asparagus. Asparagus has many sulfur-containing amino acids […]
