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You may indulge in diet soda on a regular basis or on a rare occasion, but that may not be your best choice of beverage according to science. In study after study, diet soda is taken to task and right...
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The American diet is notorious for having way too much salt, or sodium, in it and rightfully so. The human body only needs about 200 milligrams of sodium, or about 0.5 gram of salt, each day to functi...
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Today, July 18th is National Hot Dog Day and as a registered dietitian nutritionist, I understand fully the health implications from consuming these overly processed products on a regular basis. Too m...
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Legumes are a class of vegetables that includes beans, peas and lentils. They are truly among the most versatile and nutritious foods available. And did you know that “Eat Beans Day” is officially on...
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We all have guilty pleasure foods that we just love (you can keep your non-food guilty pleasures to yourself). From chocolate to popcorn these guilty pleasure foods offer us comfort and hit the taste...
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As a preferred energy source, our bodies need carbohydrates to survive. Despite what some diets claim, 50% of our calories should come from carbohydrates for optimal performance. Some believe carbohyd...
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Yoga -- it is more than a stretch! We have been hearing about the health benefits of yoga for decades now. But what exactly are they and how are they achieved?Research has shown us that yoga directly...
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With all the buzz about protein, you might think Americans were at risk for not eating enough. But in reality, most of us eat more protein than we need. The latest statistics estimate that Americans c...
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Losing weight and being healthy is often a complicated task. So, what happens when you complicate this with travel? Many of us lose sight of our goals while traveling.This is often due to lack of a r...
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Over the past decade, we've made tremendous progress in removing artificial trans fats from our food supply. Thanks to public health initiatives, updated food regulations, and growing consumer awarene...
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After years and years of delays, finally, calorie counts will be on menus across the country and in turn, make us a healthier nation. It may also in turn save us millions of dollars on preventative he...
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Oftentimes it’s not a matter of eating healthy and exercising that keeps people from losing weight and getting healthy. Sometimes, people don’t know where to start. Gadgets, gizmos, and technology can...
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Skin care is important from the outside, but even more important from the inside. Certain foods and lifestyle activities can help promote clear skin, as well as counteract the negative effects aging h...
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Snacking. Is it good or bad? This depends on several factors. First and foremost, are your snacks fitting within your daily calorie range? Some people use snacks to stave off their hunger, so that the...
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Have you ever gone to the grocery store with healthy intentions, only to realize later that you’ve brought home bags filled with borderline junk food? You are not alone. Many people don’t grocery shop...
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Spring is officially here, and that means one thing: it’s time to get excited about the season’s fresh, colorful bounty! Spring produce not only tastes amazing but is packed with nutrients...
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Food and drink are essential to recovery after a good workout. And no matter what time of day you exercise, the key is to follow up with meals that combine protein, which helps your muscles recover an...
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St. Patrick’s Day is one of the booziest holidays of the year, often serving as an excuse for people to indulge in high-calorie, sugar-packed cocktails at their favorite watering hole in the sake of c...
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