Nutrition experts for all your nutrition needs
Nutrition experts for all your nutrition needs
First, let’s define IBS. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic disorder impacting the large intestine. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating, cramping, gas, diarrhea, constipation, or a combination of symptoms. The good news for IBS sufferers is that in many cases, symptoms can be controlled by making lifestyle modifications, reducing stress, and managing diet. …
A question we often hear is “How can I lose weight without starving myself?” The truth is, going hungry is not a safe, healthy, or effective means to shed extra pounds. In fact, 90% of our patients lose weight by eating MORE. Your body is an incredibly smart, sophisticated organism that constantly adapts to ensure …
“Halloween” comes from a Celtic festival for the dead called “Samhain.” People believed the ghosts of the dead roamed Earth on this day, so people would dress in costumes and leave “treats” out on their front doors to appease the roaming spirits. In modern time, Halloween has now turned into joyful kids running through the …
Halloween will soon be here and for many of us, that means CANDY, CANDY, CANDY! Once all the little pumpkins and scary ghosts have stopped knocking on your door or come home from trick-or-treating, what should you do with all that leftover Halloween candy?? Of course, other than eat it all…here are a few ideas …
Knowing the Differences Eat more plants! This is a typical recommendation we make for our clients. The nice thing is that our culture has been leaning more toward a plant-forward approach. While it is not necessary for health to be completely vegetarian or even vegan, including more plant-based foods in your life can bring in …
How to establish breastmilk supply From the time pregnancy happens we begin to worry about giving the best for our new baby on the way. Possibly you have chosen to breastfeed your newborn. Unfortunately, you might hear about many new mothers not being “able” to produce enough milk for their infants. The best way to …
Over the years, what we are told about dietary fat varies from year to year. Fat is good for you, fat is bad for you. Buy foods that are fat-free; no, buy low-fat; actually, we want to consume foods that are full-fat… what is accurate?! What are the benefits of dietary fat? Most importantly, what …
Are you 1 of the 10 million women managing PCOS? Yes, you heard that right! An estimated 10 million women have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), and about half of these women are unaware that they have the condition. Therefore, PCOS nutrition habits just aren’t paid attention to. PCOS, a hormonal disorder, varies but common symptoms …
Have you ever found yourself on a calorie-restricted diet feeling a sudden urge to eat ALL the foods? Or maybe you aren’t on a restrictive diet, but you missed lunch that day and overate at dinner as a result. It was almost like your brain couldn’t catch up to your stomach to let you know …
BBQ Food Safety It’s summertime! This means the cabin is now open, the pool or lake is just the right temperature for the kiddos to jump in, and the invitations go out to friends and family for the next BBQ. But as you fire up the grill you will want to make sure that your …