Often, fats are referred to as “good” fats or “bad” fats. But what makes a fat “good” or “bad”, and which foods contain these different types of fats? Fats are often defined as good or bad based on how they affect heart health. Some fats can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke by […]
Monthly Archives: August 2008
Can a Pill Really Replace Exercise?
This month, an article was published in Cell journal which stated that researchers may have found a pill that can provide some of the same benefits as exercise. Not surprisingly, this was all over the news as soon as the report was released. After all, wouldn’t it be easier to take a pill than go […]
Nutrition Counseling for Diabetes Management in Bergen County
Proper nutrition is one of the best ways to manage blood sugars to prevent or treat diabetes. As a registered dietitian/nutritionist in Bergen County, I can guide you with the proper timing of meals and food combinations to control blood sugars naturally and reduce the need for medications. Through nutrition counseling at the Hartzband Center […]
Improve Health and Reduce Medications Through Nutrition
Are you trying to avoid going on certain medications or cut back on the number of pills you take each day. Whether your goal is to reduce medical costs or avoid the unpleasant side effects of medications, making changes to your diet could be the answer. As a registered dietitian working in Bergen County, I […]
Weight Loss Program in Bergen County
Are you tired of losing and gaining the same 5, 25 or 50 pounds over and over again just to gain it right back? If so, it’s time to stop all the fad diets and start thinking about a plan that you can live with so you get permanent results. As registered dietitian/ nutritionist working […]
Iron in the Diet
What is the role of Iron in the body? One of the main roles of iron is to carry oxygen to the blood. When you don’t get enough iron in the diet, it can lead to iron deficiency anemia. Symptoms of this condition include low energy levels, headaches, irritability, shortness of breath and weight loss. […]
Wii Sports vs. Real Sports: How Do the Workouts Compare?
The rising rate of childhood obesity has become a major concern in this country, and a contributing factor is a decline in physical activity among children. Video games and TV have been part of the problem, as the average person in the United States “spends an average of 19-25 hours per week watching TV and […]