Who hasn’t heard that 100 calories are 100 calories? Or that you simply need to control the number of calories you consume, and you will lose weight? This is the information we have been given for many years and it’s ingrained in our brains when it comes to nutrition and health. Unfortunately, this information isn’t entirely correct.
Read MoreI’m often told by patients that no matter what they do, they can’t lose weight because they have a “slow metabolism”. But is this true?
Read MoreIn the aftermath of suicide, family and friends often ask themselves what signs they missed, or what else they could have done to keep their loved one safe. While it is extremely difficult to predict an individual’s risk of suicide, researchers have identified important risk factors.
Read MoreDo you find the endless and ever-changing information about nutrition and exercise hard to understand and even confusing at times? Knowledge is power. Having the right information will lead you in the right direction and guide you along your journey to health.
Read MoreIs hunger sabotaging your attempts at weight loss? Here are simple hacks to help you overcome that hunger by feeding your body the fuel that is going to both fill you up and keep you feeling full for hours.
Read MoreYou don’t need medications, supplements, or cleanses to prevent disease. Living a healthy lifestyle and incorporating exercise into your daily routine are some of the best ways to stay healthy and maintain a great quality of life for your current self and your future self.
Read MoreThis time of year, when our excitement for the snow is quickly fading and we daydream about sunshine, healthy habits seems to fall by the wayside. Staying active and eating healthy, nutritious foods can also help to prevent winter sickness, disrupted sleep patterns and even seasonal depression.
Read MoreFeeling sluggish? How about fatigued? Are you low on energy? Do you turn to sugar and/or caffeine to give yourself a boost?
Learn how to improve your energy and feel your very best with healthier eating practices
Read MoreVacations are the perfect time to unwind and fully rejuvenate your mind and body. Vacations can, however, make you feel a little uneasy when you are trying to get healthy and/or stay healthy. Having a set routine is often what keeps people focused and on track. As difficult as it may seem, it is possible to have an awesome vacation and stay relatively healthy.
Read MoreThe holidays are often a nice time of year to get together with family, friends, or at least to enjoy time off from the usual grind, but let’s face it, the holiday season is also a time for numerous parties, stress, and endless baked goods. The good news is that holiday weight gain is not inevitable and fear not if you did gain a pound or two this season.
Read MoreIf your desire and motivation are centered around living a healthy life, it’s important to implement life changes that will aid in lifelong success. Starting with an autonomous motivation will put you on the right path. Having these and other lifestyle modification in place, will keep you on that path during the times when your motivation is lacking.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered why you need to drink water or how much you need to drink? What about whether you should drink your water ice cold or warmed up? Will drinking water help promote weight loss? What is dehydration and how does it affect our bodies?
Read More“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” –Hippocrates
Culinary medicine joins the art of food and cooking with the science of medicine in order to increase confidence in cooking and improve wholesome food consumption, resulting in better health outcomes. Who wouldn't want that?
Read MoreWe all have the best of intentions. Setting goals can mean the difference between success and failure. People who make goals and track their results are more likely to reach their goals then those who don’t.
Read MoreIf you struggle with troubles sleeping, you may want to consider Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi). CBTi, recommended by sleep experts as a first-line treatment for insomnia, works to improve the quality of your sleep so you can get back to living life.
Read MoreWhy eat? The answer to that question has changed drastically over time. Food is now used as entertainment, rewards, comfort and for social activities. Rarely is food used as a means to fuel our bodies. In order to obtain or maintain health, it’s necessary to change how we view and approach the way we eat.
Read MoreObesity is a disease, and, just like other chronic conditions such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease, there is no place for weight stigma or judgment. Let’s not place blame but look closer at how we can address this epidemic one patient at a time.
Read MoreAs adults, we lose 3-8% muscle mass with each passing decade. Strength training has been shown to slow, stop and even reverse this process. That alone should be enough reason for strength training, but let me give you a few more great reasons to make it happen!
Read MoreDo you want to improve your nutrition? Save time and money? Perhaps shed a few unwanted pounds? Meal planning is your answer!
Read MoreCarbohydrates are often looked at as evil and something that should be avoided. However, not all carbohydrates are created equal! Whole grain carbohydrates offer health benefits, are a macronutrient, and serve as one of our primary sources of energy.
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