When trying to lose weight, it is very common to have some weeks where the weight seems to come off quickly and some weeks where you feel like you’ve done everything right, but it doesn’t show up on the scale. If you have one or two weeks where the scale doesn’t show the work you’ve […]
Author Archives: Amy
Fast Food: the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Today, I’m following up with last week’s post to provide a list of some of the better options at fast food restaurants. See the chart below for some meal ideas that are about 550 calories or less (The Do’s Column). Also listed are some meals to watch out for that are loaded with fat and […]
Taco Bell Diet…Drive-Thru or Drive Away?
Move over Jared, it looks like Christine has taken the spotlight away from the Subway and has put it on Taco Bell. With the heavy advertising done by Taco Bell over the past two weeks, I’ve already started to get several questions about the “Drive-Thru-Diet”. For those who have not seen the commercials yet…Christine, the […]
Tips to Raise Your Glass Without Raising the Scale
With all of the social gatherings around the holiday, there is often an increase in alcohol consumption. These extra drinks can add a lot of unwanted calories and can make weight management more difficult. However, there are some simple strategies that can help keep your calories in check. First, know the calorie content of the […]
Produce: What’s in Season During the Holiday Season?
In June, I wrote about which fruits and vegetables were in season over the summer. However, now that summer is over many people feel that the produce is not as “fresh” or as flavorful. The good news is that there are still many fruits and vegetables that are “in season” during the fall and winter […]
Potassium Rich Foods
Potassium has many important functions in the body. It helps regulate blood pressure and is important for a healthy heart and blood vessels. Potassium also helps maintain the water balance in the body, aids in muscle contractions, proper nervous system functioning and it helps us to digest protein and carbohydrate in the diet. It can […]
How to Measure Pasta
When it comes to portion control, there are few foods that are more confusing than pasta. Some questions I get frequently are: What is a serving? Is a serving based on dry or cooked pasta? How do I know how I measure uncooked pasta, so I get the appropriate amount of cooked pasta? Today, I […]
Meal Planning Made Simple
Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to menu planning? Are you bored with the same old meals? Eating healthy doesn’t have to limit you to plain chicken breasts and steamed broccoli day after day. Adding variety keeps things interesting, and can help you to stick with a healthy eating plan long term. Many people struggle to come up […]
Are You Going the Distance? Learn How to Plot Your Run.
Have you ever gone for a walk or a run and wondered how many miles you’ve gone? Or, are you looking to create a running route in your neighborhood to train for an event? If so, MapMyRun.com is a great website that is easy to use and helps to determine the distance you are going whether you’re […]
One Fish, Two Fish…How Much is Too Much?
We often hear about the health benefits of fish, but then we also hear that fish contains mercury. This leaves many people wondering is fish good for you and how much is safe? Mercury occurs naturally in the environment and it also comes from industrial pollution. This mercury accumulates in water, turns into methylmercury […]