Are Protein Powders Safe?
Are protein powders safe? It’s a reasonable question to ask. There’s so much hype around protein to help lose weight and build muscle, it’s easy to see why people turn to powders to bulk up their morning smoothies and shakes.
Treatment for Acid Reflux
What’s the best treatment for acid reflux? The latest research shows that diet and lifestyle guidelines can greatly reduce gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) symptoms. Acid reflux disease is a common condition affecting 30 percent of the US population and often controlled with medication.
Is All Saturated Fat Unhealthy?
Is all saturated fat unhealthy? This is an open question at the moment. The research keeps coming up with conflicting answers. Here’s a summary of where the research stands right now on the question of “Is all saturated fat unhealthy?” from Barbara Quinn, RD and Nutritionist. She calls it “The great saturated fat debate.”
Eat Veggies Raw or Cooked?
Should you eat veggies raw or cooked? Vegetables are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, and fiber, and health-conscious consumers naturally want to know how to get the most nutritional impact from these powerful foods.
Exercise and Gut Health
Exercise and gut health are related. When we hear about gut bacteria we usually think of food, but recent research indicates that exercise can also influence our gut health.
Tzatziki Dip Recipe
A tzatziki dip recipe is a real find because dips can be very caloric. We typically eat dip mindlessly so whether the dip is caloric, like a cheese dip, or healthy, like this Greek Tzatziki dip, makes a big difference.
Lifestyle Change is the Key To Weight Loss
Lifestyle change is the only way to get the weight off and keep it off for good. It is the only method of weight reduction that ever works in the long-term.
Prediabetes and Brain Health
Prediabetes and brain health are linked. Researchers analyzed data from the UK Biobank of 500,000 people aged 58 years on average, and found that people with higher than normal blood sugar levels were more likely to experience cognitive decline than those without elevated glucose levels.
Best Foods for Sleep
What are the best foods for sleep? With as many as 35% of American adults suffering from symptoms of insomnia, it’s understandable that there’s a strong desire to take advantage of food and drinks for better sleep.
Junk Food and Heart Disease
Junk food and heart disease are related. That’s because hamburgers, fries, sugary sodas, and other less healthy foods may cause inflammation, a key player in the formation of artery-clogging plaque.
Does Snacking Help Weight Loss?
Does snacking help weight loss? The answer is: It depends. Healthy snacks can aid weight loss whereas junky snacks can prevent weight loss.
How Much Red Meat is Safe?
Has new research left you concerned about the health implications of eating red and processed meat? Read on to find out what the latest findings mean and whether you need to banish the bacon for good.
New Weight Loss Drug
Scientists have discovered a new weight loss drug. They are calling it a “Game-Changer.”
Best Diets for Women Over 50?
What are the best diets for women over 50 years old? As a Certified Nutritionist, this is a question I frequently get from my baby boomer clients. For my weight loss clients, the question of how to get the weight off and keep it off is an integral part of the inquiry.
Zoom Meetings and Health
Zoom meetings and health are related and not in a positive way. For the last year, many of us have sat in an endless series of Zoom conferences. While it is a practical solution to staying connected without going into the office, it is taking a tool on our health.