Studies have shown that having meals at the dinner table, as a family, promotes healthy eating habits and food choices, as well as a healthier lifestyle. Children who eat at… [Continue Reading]
The Addiction of Sugar
Research has shown that sugar is just as addicting as cocaine. Scary! High sugar consumption mimics our brain’s natural opiate system, which are the pleasure chemicals found in the brain. We’re talking about fruit… [Continue Reading]
Making Sense of Cholesterol Guidelines
One thing I love about science and this world of health, wellness, and nutrition is that it is ever-changing. Study after study is performed, literature is written and then re-written, new things come about,… [Continue Reading]
8 Tips for Parents to Take Control of Childhood Obesity
It’s no secret that childhood obesity is on the rise. According to the CDC, over one third of children and adolescents are considered overweight or obese. If action is not taken to… [Continue Reading]
Best Snacks for Blood Glucose Control
For blood glucose control, frequent snacking is important because it: Helps improve your metabolism Helps prevent over eating at meal Helps control blood sugar levels However, some snack choices may not be ideal for… [Continue Reading]
Heartburn? Don’t Automatically Reach for the Pill
Acid reflux and heart burn are not pleasant feelings. They make us uncomfortable, and it often hurts. What we usually do is take a proton pump inhibitor, such as prilosec, prevacid, and nexium or antacids. These pills, however, can make symptoms worse. Sure, they help temporarily, but… [Continue Reading]
Tips for How to Do a Detox
The best way to rid yourselves of chemicals and toxins is to eliminate them as best you can, either by removing/limiting the exposure and/or by detoxification. Today I am going… [Continue Reading]
Easy Tex Mex Lettuce Cups
Why is it that the best dinners are the ones that have been prepared in a flash? Maybe it’s the gratitude of knowing that a healthy meal can indeed be tasty, quick… [Continue Reading]