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Daily Archives: April 26, 2018

the health benefits of eating a plant based diet

The Benefits of Plant-Based Diets

Diet, Health Tips, Healthy eating, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RD Every year there seems to be a new diet that is going to help us get healthier. The Paleo diet, Raw Food diet, and Whole 30 are some recent examples. Another diet that is making headlines is the Plant-based diet. The good news is that consuming a plant-based eating…

the health benefits of eating meals together as a family

Benefits of Family Meals

Diet, Health Tips, Healthy eating, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Erin McKenna, RDN, CDN Eating dinner as a family and involving kids in the process provides many benefits. It has been shown that children who eat dinner with their families tend to be more confident, have higher test scores and better vocabulary. Kids who eat dinner with their family also tend to eat more…

gut health

The Gateway to Health – The Gut

Health Tips, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Janet Domke, RN BSN Hippocrates is quoted as saying “all disease begins in the gut”. In the past few years, gut health has been linked to autoimmune disease, brain/mental health, and of course gastrointestinal health. When your gut is unhealthy it can cause more than just abdominal pain; gas; bloating/diarrhea. Because 60-80% of our…

blueberry omlette, light spring breakfast recipe

A Light Breakfast Recipe for Spring

Recipe, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

From your Bariatric Nutrition Team Looking to lighten up your recipes to get ready for the warmer weather? Here is a light and healthy recipe to get your day started that is both savory and sweet!

family bike ride

Fitness for the Family

Exercise, Fitness, Health Tips, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Erin McKenna, RDN, CDN It is very beneficial to teach your children the importance of exercise early in life. This will help them develop a lifelong habit of physical activity. Physical activity is not only good for keeping them fit and energetic, but it also helps with focus and social skills.

soup recipe for cold weather

Cold Weather Comfort

Recipe, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

Don’t let the cold weather be an excuse to eat poorly. During snowstorms and the chilly days of March it’s important to remember that comfort food doesn’t have to be unhealthy. Soup is a great meal option in the winter. A hearty soup can keep you warm, healthy and full! Soup can be made in…

alkaline-foods

Alkaline Diets and Alkaline Water

Diet, Health Tips, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Barbara Broggelwirth, RDN, CDN There is a lot of hype lately regarding alkaline diets. The claim is that by following a diet high in alkaline foods and low in acidic foods you can neutralize your body’s pH and subsequently prevent chronic inflammation and disease. According to “Cure Today”, a non-evidence based website promoting alkaline…

Healthy Eating and Tuning into Hunger

Tuning in to Hunger

Diet, Health Tips, Healthy eating, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Melissa Buscetta, RDN, CDN If you’ve ever been on a diet, chances are you’ve ignored hunger signals, telling yourself “Nope, that’s not part of my diet!” Or, there have been times you felt full, but kept eating, thinking “Well, I already screwed up, so I might as well keep going.” Over time, these mixed messages can dull hunger…

meal prep

Meal Prep for Success

Diet, Healthy eating, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RDN, CDN Making healthy lifestyle changes takes some effort and thought, and one way to make better food choices is to have a plan. Sometimes the thought of “food prep” can be daunting, and we can become overwhelmed just thinking about how to find time to add another activity into…

sneak vegetables into every meal

Simple Ways to Sneak Vegetables into Every Meal

Health Tips, Healthy eating, Weight Loss MattersBy Jonathan AndersonApril 26, 2018

By Erin McKenna, RDN, CDN Vegetables are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals. Everyone should be trying to incorporate vegetables into every meal. However, most people are not getting the recommended amount. Here are some ideas on how to sneak vegetables into every meal.

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