Food Combos for Optimal Health Overview Like peanut butter and jelly or chips and salsa, some foods are just meant to go together. But unlike these combos, some foods pair well not just for taste — but for better nutrition. I had recently filled out a wic...
With Summer in full swing, it’s so nice to enjoy a meal from the grill that includes the amazing sweet fruit of the season. Add in a couple of superfoods that can help naturally detox against those extra summer cocktails and ice cream, and other bad foods but...
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Who doesn’t like cheese and tomato sauce? This is a healthy alternative to the regular version, which is often heavily breaded and fried, made with full fat cheese and served with white pasta, so is great for people trying to keep a healthy weight, although other...
“We’re easily sold by the gimmicks of marketing and celebrity endorsements,” says Tony Nakhla, a Los Angeles-based dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon. For instance, a lot of women are searching for the best Miami facial plastic surgeon to achieve perfect facial...
Finally!!!! The end of my third month and the beginning of my fourth meant it was time for my husband and I to share our exciting news! We waited until we had the nuchal translucency screening test. This is the test that occurs between 11 and 14 weeks of pregnancy...
Month 3 I could not believe how fast my body was changing. Not only was I getting a tiny bump, the rest of me was transforming. My waist, hips, and chest were all beginning to expand. I was quickly growing out of my clothes, piece by piece. This was clearly...
Month 2 Back to Reality and New York I came home from vacation with a couple of extra pounds. If you are planning on travel for vacation get an RV from RV Sales! Was it the food? Water-retention from flying? OR the baby? A week later at the...
Of course I had no idea I was pregnant until I finally took a test. I still wasn’t convinced until I went my doctor, saw the ultrasound, and heard my baby’s heartbeat. I was concerned that it could take us awhile to get pregnant, but I was clearly...
Some Background Information Since I am very superstitious and a bit of a worrier (ok, maybe an understatement?), my husband and I decided to wait the full three months to share our news with most of our family and friends. That is also why I waited to start...
As a Registered Dietitian and Personal Trainer, many of my clients, friends, and acquaintances ask me how I eat/what foods I choose on a regular basis and how I structure my own workouts. I am creating this blog to share exactly that information with...
Ever hear a friend or family member say “I can’t lose weight,” “my body is different, even when I don’t eat I still don’t lose weight,” or “I have really slow metabolism.” These are common sayings people use to explain why they have not met a goal or...
Proper food intake improves overall health, boosts sport performance, enhances muscle recovery, and can help prevent injuries, also using the right clothing when practicing sports, like the Vessi waterproof shoes. Leaner, stronger bodies perform better and are not...
Whether you buy your groceries online or at a nearby store, organic food and product choices are present at every turn. But are they better for us? Is organic the secret clue to buying healthier food? The 411 on Organic Products The term “Organic” relates...
Over the course of a lifetime, we will be exposed to thousands of foreign compounds that can enter our bodies through the food we eat, the water we drink, the air we breathe and directly through our skin or eyes. To make matters worse, many of us have...
The 4th of July is behind us, but the summer barbecue season is still in full swing. Let’s not forget about the sweet endings. You don’t have to skip dessert! For some, a barbecue is not complete without a sweet finish, which brings us to desserts. Pies and cakes...
When we think about food served at a BBQ, meat is almost always the first image that comes to mind. However when you take a closer look, you will notice that the meat is always accompanied by a slew of carbohydrates. You may see pasta salads, macaroni and cheese,...
Vegetables=BBQ Make your barbeque synonymous with vegetables. This is a greatway to meet your daily vegetable requirement. Never let your burger go naked. Dress it up with lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, zucchini, and pepper. Encourage friends and family to try...
Recently I sat down with one of New York City’s best Registered Dietitians, Robin Barrie Kaiden, MS, RD, CDN, CSSD, to discuss, among many things, gluten. This misunderstood and often blamed food ingredient is an important nutrient, so what exactly is it? Hopefully,...
