[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Health professionals are constantly touting the benefits of whole foods. Want to feel energized, healthy and ward off disease? Eat a diet rich in whole foods. This is true but the term “whole foods” is somewhat vague. Many foods are labeled “all natural”, “organic” or “no artificial ingredients added” but are in fact, highly processed. Misleading claims make … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A couple days after watching Jamie Oliver pour 57 tons of sugar into a school bus indicating how much students in a particular LA school district get from flavored milk each week, my friend sent me the following article discussing Robert Lustig’s lecture “Sugar: The Bitter Truth” given in May of 2009. Is Sugar Toxic? – NYTimes Magazine. This was an … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]You’ve probably heard the saying “you are what you eat”. You are also what you think. Thinking shapes who we are and how we behave. Positive thoughts lead to positive feelings. AND when you’re feeling good, you take better care of yourself. Focusing on the glass half full as opposed to half empty leads to empowerment and greater likelihood of continuing positive behaviors. Many clients come to session reporting … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This recipe was adapted from ‘The Complete Idiot’s Guide: Glycemic Index Cookbook’. It’s simple to prepare and has a nice balance of heat from the green chiles and sweetness from the polenta and corn. Nutritionally, it’s high in protein and fiber so it fills you up. It’s also vegetarian and budget-friendly (a nice bonus with … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Can you really get too much of a good thing? When it comes to fiber, the answer is a resounding “yes”. Fiber is helpful for managing weight, diabetes, cholesterol and digestive health. It satisfies hunger and decreases the glycemic impact of food. Since it’s not absorbed by the body, soluble fiber found in oats, lentils and beans, helps sweep cholesterol out … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This is my absolute favorite fish recipe! Native to Veracruz, Mexico, this dish is healthy and full of flavor. The recipe calls for red snapper but you can use any light, white fish (i.e. tilapia, cod). It’s fairly easy to make and big hit with those seafood lovers and tentative explorers alike. Plus it has tomatoes which … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We want to pass along this information about a free mindful eating group for teen girls at Milford Hospital. Mindful Living ~ Mindful Eating Group for Teen Girls FREE!!! Ages 10-15 Wednesdays, 7-8 pm Starting April 27 – June 1, 2011 Fun and creative ways to learn about nutrition, listen to our bodies, be more aware … Read more
[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are so excited to announce the addition of Meredith Berger to our team! Meredith is a masters level registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist as well as a trained chef. Combined with a background in psychology, Meredith will be a huge asset to our group. We’re looking forward to incorporating her skills into our individual counseling … Read more