Seasonal Produce Buys

As the fall rapidly changes and those temps continue to drop, more produce options are on stage. Try some of these hot tickets this fall/winter: Pears are free of fat, salt and cholesterol. They contain superb sources of fiber in both skin and fruit, which also contains loads of nutrients. Don’t peel it, eat pears…

Trim the Trimmings of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is known as the day of eating excessively and calories galore, A.K.A. not a good time to be on a weight loss diet. What if I told you that you could still enjoy thanksgiving and avoid that feeling of guilt and miserable fullness in the evening? Hard to imagine, I know. Every year is…

The Good kind of Bacteria

Have you heard or seen the word ‘Probiotics’ and have thought to Google it or ask a health conscious friend? Well, you’re likely not the first, as probiotics are the latest buzz. Making their way with a big impact, you will find many people consuming probiotics in different forms. Probiotics, believe it or not, are…

Road Trip Survival Guide to Diners, Drive-in’s and Dives

The holidays are here and roadtrips may be part of your traditional season. As you plan trips, think about what food is in your path that may add to the holiday weight gain and an unhealthy lifestyle. Set yourself up for success by planning ahead. When not prepared, any decent healthy eating plan can easily…

Are You Bitter?

Are you bitter? You might be more bitter than you realize. While attending talks at a national convention for dietitians, I was made aware of how different we as people are to bitter tastes from foods. The researchers in the program passed out edible test strips that they used to evaluate bitterness in the crowd….