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I was reading an interesting article in one of my professional newsletters that listed key points from a seminar entitled “Your Brain Can Help You Eat Better” which was held at Harvard Medical School.  At this seminar researchers discussed how the brain influences our food choices and the following are some of the key points […]

Peanut Butter and other nut butters not only taste great, but they are packed with good nutrition which can make them part of a healthy snack or meal.  Nut butters are a good source of plant-based proteins, and they are good for your heart health because they are rich in monounsaturated fats, they provide a […]

People ask me all the time about apps that can help them with their goals to achieve a healthier lifestyle, and in December, an impressive new app was launched that I am thrilled to be a part of and share with you.  CyberFit360 is a great app for both exercise and nutrition, and it sets […]

January is the time for New Year’s Resolutions, and one of the most common resolutions is to lose weight.  Often people will set their goal to lose a certain amount of weight by a certain date.  For example, they will set their sights on losing 10, 20, 50 or 100 pounds by bathing suit season.  […]

You may have heard on the news that Medicare recently made a decision to cover “Intensive Behavioral Therapy for Obesity”.  At first, I was very excited when I heard the news because I felt like it could help people get access to the education and support they need to lose weight.  However, after reading more […]

Trying new recipes can keep meal time new and exciting, but it can often be a struggle to think of new ideas.  That is why I am always happy when I find great websites that have healthy recipes that are fun and use quality ingredients.  Recently, I learned about Skinnytaste.com, and I feel that it […]

I often recommend yogurt as a healthy snack choice because it is packed with nutrients (i.e. calcium and vitamin D) and it is high in protein which gives it a real lasting power.  However, there are so many different varieties of yogurt in the grocery store, and can be difficult to know which options are […]

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day but with such limited time in the morning people often skip it or just grab something that leaves them feeling hungry mid-morning (i.e. a  granola bar, a pop-tart or a bowl of sugary cereal).  Adding a good source of protein to breakfast, like eggs, can provide […]