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You may be familiar with egg bites that are offered at Starbucks or in the freezer section. They are super convenient and offer a grab and go high-protein option for breakfast or lunch. They can be, however, loaded with too much cheese and have a steep price tag. Even with escalating egg cost, you can […]
Sweetgreen is a fast causal restaurant that serves salads, bowl meals, and protein plates. They are a growing chain with a loyal following. I don’t usually eat out as I prefer cooking meals for my family. When traveling, however, it is an opportunity to try new restaurants, hence my visit to Sweetgreen during a recent […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I really enjoyed the class and the lessons I learned about healthy eating and moving more. As a result, I eat more whole foods and less processed, especially ultra-processed food, track my food, and walk more. Since […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I began the ESMM program in January, just about 8 weeks after a total hip replacement. My goals were to lose weight and build stamina to celebrate 10 years stable following a diagnosis of malignant brain tumorby […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I went into the course with an open mind, desiring to get more healthy. The sessions were informative, class participant suggestions also helpful. Being aware of some triggers for me personally helped me start the journey. Aware […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I have been doing Tai Chi classes at our local Office of Aging so they called me about the Eat Smart program. I’ve been trying to lose weight but just wasn’t doing it. So I signed up […]
In need of meal planning inspiration this week? Pam Outen was recently honored by NC State University for her 50+ year career as an Extension agent. Pam’s goal was to help people plan quick, easy, and nutritious meals. You can find Pam’s videos on her YouTube channel Pam’s Kitchen*. I hope this will fuel your […]
Taking a deep breath is a tried and true technique for resetting and reducing stress in any moment. However, did you know that deep breathing has health benefits beyond stress reduction? Deep breathing, or diaphragmatic breathing, is a form of breathing that uses the diaphragm (the space between the chest and abdomen) to draw air […]
I have been in the nutrition business for over 40 years. This means that I participated in the low-fat craze of the 90’s and early 2000’s. High-fat foods such as nuts and seeds were not go-to foods. Considering what we know now about fat in general and nuts and seeds in particular, we could not […]
Overwhelmed with the wide assortment of nut butters on the shelf at the grocery store? Follow this guide to simplify your choice. To stir or not to stir? You can buy nut butters that are just nuts and a little bit of salt. As these products do not contain an emulsifier such as palm oil […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I joined the class because my insurance company sent me a link because I was taking a weight loss / food suppressant. The class made me more aware of what to do as well as how to […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I am a 68 year old woman who, in the last 2 years has been through major back surgery and a very large kidney stone so my mobility has been really minimized. I am overweight and have […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “This program was very helpful because it made me very aware of what I was eating, WHEN I was eating, and how much I was eating. Each week has a different topic to help participants be more […]
Below is a testimonial from a recent Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less participant who completed the program: “I am planning to recommend this program because of the wealth of information provided, and the detailed approach to REAL LIFE eating. The structure of the topics discussed was on point, and the way the materials were […]
These days, it feels like our shopping environments are constantly barraged with junk food. The majority of food and beverage checkout offerings are candy, gum, chips, and soda. Placement is a powerful retail marketing technique that can prompt impulse buys. Simply seeing a product can activate an urge to consume it. You do not have […]