Jan 28, 2015 | Blog, Exercise, Weight Maintenance
Have you ever considered running a 5K race? It is 3.1 miles in length and often ideal for beginners. Even if you don’t consider yourself a runner, almost anyone can complete a 5K. The beauty is, you can complete the race at your own pace! The key is to prepare for the...
Jan 20, 2015 | Blog, Diabetes, Hydration, Weight Maintenance
Which is better for you: drinking regular sodas or diet sodas? As a dietitian, I get this question a lot from people. We all know that regular sodas have more calories which can lead to unwanted weight gain. But we also know that diet sodas have artificial...
Jan 14, 2015 | Blog, Healthy Eating, Healthy Recipes, Weight Maintenance
If you are looking to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight, one important step in your journey is to start cooking more at home. If you do so, this means one thing – YES, you have to go to the grocery store! Grocery shopping can be fun but can also be confusing...
Dec 31, 2014 | Blog, Diabetes, Weight Loss
Type 2 diabetes occurs when your blood sugar or blood glucose levels are too high, and when your body is unable to bring these levels back down to normal fasting values of between 70-100mg/dl. Over time, high blood sugar levels and having diabetes can put you at risk...
Dec 3, 2014 | Blog, Healthy Eating
When you prepare your favorite recipe for dinner, do you find yourself adding salt and butter to make it extra mouth-watering? Here in the good ole South, the more salt and butter the better (ask Paula Deen), right? Although adding salt and butter to recipes may make...
Nov 19, 2014 | Blog, Healthy Eating, Weight Maintenance
Thanksgiving is around the corner, and with it comes lots and lots of delicious food. Often we celebrate this holiday by overeating and—quite frankly—indulging to our heart’s desire. What’s the harm in a little weight gain anyway? Actually, quite a lot! The State of...
