Nutrition Advice & Tips
I was recently asked my opinion about the popular Paleo-style diet trend and the spin-off plans, Whole 30 and The Next 56 Days. These plans are reported to be anti-inflammatory and they focus on whole foods to include meats, vegetables, fruits, and fats. They strictly limit or eliminate grains, dairy, beans, legumes, and refined sugars. […]
Read More ⟶As we continue to celebrate heart month, let’s focus on eating a diet high in fiber and low in saturated fats. Beans can be an excellent source of protein that can replace animal proteins with meals. Not only do beans include a good source of protein, they are an excellent source of fiber as well. […]
Read More ⟶In February, you can find a heart almost anywhere. Valentines adorn most every store. That is most likely why February is also heart-health awareness month – a very easy correlation to make, and an important one too. Sadly, heart-disease is the leading cause of death in both adult males and females in the United States. […]
Read More ⟶Did you know that according to the 2010 NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey), Americans consume about 20 teaspoons of sugar per day? It is not surprising that our palates have become accustomed to the sweetness of sugar and we crave it every day. The American Heart Association recommends that women have no more […]
Read More ⟶March is National Nutrition Month and the theme for the month is “Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle.” I wish National Nutrition month was every month! I wish that it is something that we thought about more than once a year. The goal is that “biting into a healthy lifestyle” should become part of the rhythm […]
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