Jun 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
By Katie Clarke MS, RD, LDN One of the most popular fruits in the grocery store seems to be facing quite a bruised reputation. Chances are high that you have come across an internet ad or overheard a conversation claiming that bananas are akin to candy bars and that...
May 18, 2018 | Uncategorized
BMI. Quite possibly the least favored topic of any patient. Discussing a patient’s BMI can cause frustration because, quite frankly, most people feel judged when looking at what appears to be a grading scale for how well or poorly they have managed their weight. That...
Apr 26, 2018 | Uncategorized
Kombucha. Sauerkraut. Kefir. Kimchi. Miso. Yogurt. Tempeh. What do these foods have in common? They are all fermented foods. The Fermentation Process Fermentation is a process of food preservation in which bacteria or yeast are used to break down a food’s sugar or...
Feb 22, 2018 | Uncategorized
It seems every year a new diet trend emerges boasting new and improved health benefits. But are their claims true? As we close on National Heart Health month, we have outlined a few popular diets and what research is showing about their cardiovascular effects....
Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
One of the top reasons people start exercising is to lose weight. However, there are several fitness myths when it comes to working out for weight loss. Fitness Myth #1: Spot Training Have you tried doing crunches, sit ups, ab rollers and leg lifts only to find...
Dec 25, 2017 | Uncategorized
By: Katie McCollum MS, RD, LDN The holiday season has a reputation for indulgence. We often focus our attention (and willpower) on being mindful of the foods we eat, but it is easy to forget how quickly the calories we drink can add up. Check out the tips below to...
