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Holiday weight gain is no big deal…really? There are some misleading reports about the relatively small average weight gain during the holidays. On average, holiday weight gain is between ½ to 2 pounds. This sounds innocent enough. Just a few pounds that can easily be reversed when the holiday celebrating stops. Well, that is the […]
We have all read the litany of “tips’ to “maintain don’t gain’ during the holidays including focusing on mindful eating, staying active, and planning ahead. The recommendation to eat slowly, to allow your brain to register that you are full is asuggestion that is frequently made. Many of the tips, like “avoid grazing” are common […]
A grande latte from Starbucks will cost you about 190 calories. Yes, calories cost, as you have a calorie bank just like you do money in your bank account. You only “get” a certain amount of calories each day if you are trying to maintain and not gain weight. Being mindful about how you spend […]
A few years ago, pink Himalayan salt started cropping up everywhere: discount stores, grocery stores, gift shops, and gourmet shops. It is a beautiful color and is often branded as a healthier alternative to sea salt or regular table salt. Pink Himalayan salt is from a salt range in the mountains in Pakistan. It is […]
Popcorn is a great snack. Let me qualify that- some kinds of popcorn make a great snack. Movie theater popcorn or microwave popcorn is not what I am talking about. The popcorn itself is what makes it good, but the fats added to it – butter or other saturated fat – make it an unhealthy […]
Cucumbers are one of my favorite vegetables. They are most always available, come in a variety of types, easy to add to salads and sandwiches, and are high in water. At 96% water, cucumbers are a great way to help with hydration and add crunch to dishes. English cucumbers (the long skinny ones usually wrapped […]
I recently turned 50 and hit the realization that many of our participants realize… my metabolism is not what it used to be. For much of my adult life, I have been able to eat mainly healthy foods without paying close attention to my portions. I could eat some chocolate every day without having to […]
Coffee, in many places, is more than just a beverage- it can often symbolize connection, culture, history, productivity, and daily routine. Worldwide, approximately 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed each day, and in the U.S., nearly 3 in 4 Americans consume coffee each day. But should our consumption be this high? Coffee is ambiguous […]
Cooking is my passion. I am fortunate that this passion often overlaps my career in nutrition as we work to build healthy recipes, test cooking techniques, and write curricula that helps everyday cooks make healthy food for their family. As with any passion, you should sharpen your knives from time to time. The way I […]
Cooking is my passion. I am fortunate that this passion often overlaps my career in nutrition as we work to build healthy recipes, test cooking techniques, and write curricula that helps everyday cooks make healthy food for their family. As with any passion, you should sharpen your knives from time to time. The way I […]