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Should I eliminate gluten, avoid dairy or go on an elimination diet? These are all questions that many of my clients have asked me not only because of specific symptoms they may be experiencing, such as gas, bloating, and constipation, but also out of curiosity for just improved overall health and weight loss. Unfortunately, there …
What do you think? Here are a few ideas to think about before you decide. Suppose someone is working on building their food independence and shifting away from the inflexibility of following a diet or struggling with a lack of control around their eating. In that case, a meal plan can provide an anchor to …
Research tells us that adverse reactions to gluten can affect not only your digestion and gut health but also parts of your well-being, including your mental and neurological health. So, what do I think? It is not that easy of an answer, but I suggest gluten should be avoided in people with celiac disease or …
Is gluten-free a fad, or is it beneficial to our health? Read More »
First, ask yourself, am I Emotionally Hungry or physically hungry? If you still can’t figure it out, try asking yourself these questions… WHAT DO I NEED RIGHT NOW? 📷 do I need to eat?📷 do I need to sleep or rest?📷 do I need to scream, cry or yell?📷 do I need some company or …
What do you do when you know your stomach is full but still EAT? Read More »
Did you know that eggs are considered a complete protein? Why? Because they contain all the essential amino acids, The incredible edible egg has been a controversial topic for many years. One day you can hear that egg yolk can cause heart disease, and the next day, read those yolks are a nutritional powerhouse. Many …
KIDDING…….. come on, everyone, let’s try something different. So this past weekend, we were traveling and stopped for food breaks when needed, but we were on a thirst break this time. My thought was just a coffee, but when my little guy asked for something other than water, I had to pause before reacting. Why? …
Interestingly enough, when you understand how saturated fats work in your body, you realize their positive effects on your body. Additionally, most of the time, we don’t even take the time to define them or understand what they mean in the context of our health. For instance, 60 percent of your brain and 50 percent …
Vitamins and minerals are as essential as the air we breathe and the water we drink and keeping us healthy and protecting our bodies from disease. But what I think we don’t think about is how vitamins and minerals exist. For example, vitamins are organic substances produced by plants or animals, whereas minerals that or …
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Ever consume excessive amounts of food without even realizing it? Maybe you have been out all day doing errands or watching TV, going from meeting to meeting, or just working all day? Understanding how our emotions and environment are essential for changing unwanted ways of subconscious eating. Subconscious eating can get you to consume excessive …
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I am sure we have all heard the saying that every problem has a solution, but not everyone may agree with that statement. As far as I can say, if you think you have a problem, I believe there is almost always a solution. Here are three simple ways I turn my problems into a …
How to turn a problem into a solution in just 3 simple steps: Read More »
Ever feel like you are overwhelmed looking ahead, knowing that there are so many obligations, tasks, and commitments that you have to attend? Do you feel frustrated because you do not feel happiness and hear constant holiday music of spreading cheer? To finally get to the beginning of a new year, not even recognizing how …
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So, what is the difference between your “gut instincts and anxiety”? First, ask yourself what is the immediate situation and how often are you reacting to it in the same way? Feelings of anxiety or uneasiness may continue to happen regardless of the matter to the current situation that you are dealing with in that …
Most of us may prefer to stay in our comfort zone or feel like we know daily expectations. Now, if you are like me, then that sounds more manageable for day-to-day operations, especially if you are responsible for others in addition to yourself. But, on the other hand, some of us may feel that there …
Recently I have come across a couple of situations in my life that have made me ponder these exact questions. One is a near-death experience of a beloved family member and the other from a very close friend asking me to join a health challenge with him, both very different but very much alike. The …
How do you connect with others, and where is your attachment? Read More »
How does the environment influence your thinking in regards to your eating habits? What is your method for setting your environment and the influences you have over it? If you have grown up in the United States, you probably had been influenced by television commercials and ads telling you why you should eat certain foods …
Have you ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach or used the expression “I just have a gut feeling”….then, all of a sudden, you feel a sudden urge to make a 50-yard dash to the bathroom? I have often referred to the gut as our roadmap to wellness. Its long hollow hose can be a passage …
Ever consider how your GUTS can influence our overall well-being? Read More »
Yes! I have stress don’t we all? Maybe you are one of those people that have it under control or think you already have it all figured out. But let me remind you that we all have some form of stress whether we realize it or not. Being a dietitian, you probably think to yourself …
You bet… those emotions can interfere with your eating habits. Finding comfort in food is common especially when we are feeling bored, happy, sad, anxious, or stressed. Also, the brain has a direct effect on the stomach and our intestines. For example, the very thought of eating can release the stomach’s juices before the food …
If you aren’t happy or satisfied with the foods you are eating, it’s hard to develop a healthy relationship with food. It’s important to find the pleasure associated with food to feel satisfied and happy. You’ll find that the more pleasure you get from food, the easier it is to eat to a place of …
Is it possible to feel full without feeling satisfied? Read More »
All forces of technology surround us. From our cellphones, personal laptops, tablets, and watches just to name a few. In today’s world the technology we use not only influences the way we communicate but also changes the way think about eating. Some of the positive ways technology can help. Keeping us connected and providing an …
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Being fully present without being distracted indulging in savory food. Doesn’t that sound AMAZING…. With practice, mindfulness cultivates the possibility of freeing yourself of reactive, habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting. Mindfulness promotes balance, choice, wisdom, and acceptance of what is. So, if you want to give it a try then challenge yourself with …
How does this link affect your eating habits? There are millions of microbes that live happily in our gut. These friendly microbes do more than help us digest foods, make vitamins, and protect us from the not-so-friendly microbes but they have mood-boosting and stress-relieving functions as well. These microbes that live in our gut are …
Is there a link between gut health, mood, and stress? Read More »
Would you call yourself one of those people that google searches on weight loss or on healthy eating? You may feel stuck or mislead by all the information that is out there on the media or what your friends are saying. If this sounds like you then you are not alone. Believe it or not, …
Do you like to eat or feel like all you think about is food? Read More »
Did you know that hunger is one of the most homeostatic motivators for behaviors in humans? Hunger is defined as a “condition in which a person cannot eat sufficient food to meet basic nutritional needs for a sustained period.” The most extreme form of hunger is called malnutrition. So why do I even bring this …
Living in New England I have been anxiously awaiting spring to arrive after the long nights and cold days of winter. Now spring is here, and the weather is becoming warmer, and our days are becoming longer. Being outdoors has many benefits not only for our health but most importantly our well-being. Imagine on a …
Do you worry about if what you are eating is good for you? Too many calories, carbohydrates, sugar, or fat? Maybe you don’t know if you are eating enough or maybe you are eating too much? I get it too believe me……. I do and I am a Registered Dietitian! Often in my life, there …
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Did you know there is an actual day called May Day? It’s the halfway point between the spring equinox and summer solstice deep-rooted in astronomy celebrating the coming of Spring. As with many holidays’ springtime holidays are filled with family and friends. Business prepares, rebuilds, and reopens across the country in hosting events, employ us, …