“This year I’m going to exercise more.” “I’m going to go on a diet and lose weight.” Do these resolutions ring a bell? If so, you’re not alone because these are two of the most common resolutions made each year. Unfortunately, by the end of January many have begun to slip back into old eating […]
Category Archives: Nutrition
Today Show talks about Vitamin D
On November 27th, I wrote about Vitamin D as it relates to bone health. In that post I went over the dietary requirements for Vitamin D, and had mentioned that there has been an increased prevalence of Vitamin D deficiencies in our country. This morning on the Today Show, there was a nice segment about […]
Healthy Eating for the Holiday Season
The Holiday Season is a special time of year that many people look forward to and enjoy. However, it can be the most difficult time for people to try to manage their weight. Many family gatherings and holiday parties involve a large selection of foods, which are often high in fat and calories. In order […]
Better Eat Your Wheaties
Your mom just may have been right when she said breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Not only does breakfast improve concentration and performance at school/work, but a high-fiber breakfast can also help to improve cholesterol levels and reduce the amount of calories consumed throughout the day. It has been found that […]
Healthy Substitutions for Baking and Cooking This Holiday Season
Tis the season…for baking holiday cookies, making dishes for holiday parties, and the list continues. There are many traditional foods that are served around the holidays that are loaded with fat and calories. However, with some slight modifications, many of these recipes can be little healthier. Try the following substitutions to reduce the fat and […]
Vitamin D and Bone Health
It is well known that calcium is essential for bone health, and that inadequate intakes of calcium can lead to osteoporosis. However, many people don’t realize that Vitamin D is needed for the absorption of calcium. In fact, without vitamin D, calcium passes through the intestines unabsorbed, leaving the bone undersupplied even when calcium intakes […]