We have all heard of rice, pasta and corn-most of us have actually tried to include them in our diet. There are many other grains that are a bit more obscure but definitely worth trying if you are feeling adventurous and looking to add variety and health to your diet. The best part is that […]
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Health at Every Size-An Important Initiative
Health at Every Size (HAES) is an empowering and sometimes controversial approach at viewing health, wellness and disease prevention. It is a system that focuses on intuitive eating and pleasurable physical activity rather than dieting and weight loss. One’s weight, BMI, and waist circumference are deemed less important but rather attitudes and behaviors are the […]
A Few of My Favorites at the Supermarket
We all do it. Once a week, twice a week, maybe almost every day. The supermarket is a big part of our lives. Some of my favorite items are easy to get and won’t break the bank. Next time you find yourself at Trader Joe’s, Fairway, or the Food Emporium check these products out: Frozen […]
A thought on Spices…
Spices are often a forgotten food. Not only do they add flavor to some of our favorite classic dishes but they also can offer a host of nutritional benefits. Here are a few of my favorites… Oregano The warm, balsamic and aromatic flavor of oregano makes it the perfect addition to Mediterranean and Mexican cuisines. […]
March is National Nutrition Month “Get Your Plate in Shape!”
Happy National Nutrition Month! Since 1980, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (formerly known as the American Dietetic Association) has dedicated the month of March to nutrition education across the US to get the word out about the importance of healthy eating. Each year has a different theme, and this year is “Get your plate […]
A Different Type of Eating Disorder
Selective eating disorder (SED) (also known as fussy eating or picky eating) is an eating disorder that prevents the consumption of certain foods. It can be as transient as phase children go through or a disorder that follows someone into adulthood. At this time SED lacks a formal diagnostic criteria and is not currently listed […]
Celiac Disease and Gluten Free Diets
With all of the talk about gluten free foods and celiac disease, it may have you asking a few questions. Questions like “Is a gluten free diet healthier?” or “Am I at risk for developing a gluten allergy?” are all great questions to ask, and will be addressed in this article. Celiac disease, also known […]
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Mood Disorders
Most of us associate the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids with heart disease; however, they are also emerging as an effective treatment for mood disorders such as major depression, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Since we cannot make our own omega-3s, we have to get them from food. Three types of omega-3s exist: DHA, […]