Feb 25, 2015 | Blog, Cholesterol Management, Healthy Eating
Managing high cholesterol can be challenging. Whether your problem is related to genetics or poor dietary habits, you can make a huge difference by embracing a healthier lifestyle. Frequent exercise, reducing your intake of salt and saturated fats and getting screened...
Feb 11, 2015 | Blog, Blood Pressure, Hypertension
A common misconception exists that you’ll know if your blood pressure (BP) is high. That’s not always the case, however. In fact, there’s a reason why hypertension is called the “silent killer,” and that’s because many people never manifest symptoms...
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...
