By Erin McKenna, RDN, CDN In 2016, the FDA announced the new Nutrition Facts label for packaged foods. This new label will make it easier for consumers to make better informed food choices. The current label is more than 20 years old. The changes are being made to make sure consumers have access to the…
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RD, CDN We know that exercise and activity are so beneficial for our health. Exercise helps with weight control and maintenance, helps decrease blood pressure and risk of heart disease, improves glucose control, strengthens our bones, and helps with stress and sleep. Most of us know these benefits, but still we…
By Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD, CDN Cooking and prepping your food at home can help you eat more nutritiously and wisely. When you can control the ingredients, it is easier to decrease calories and unnecessary fats in meals. But have you ever felt overwhelmed in the kitchen and said to yourself, “I wish I…
By Erin McKenna, RDN, CDN It should come as no surprise that fueling your body with proper nutrition before and after working out is very important. You work so hard, so why not maximize your efforts by giving your body the nutrients it needs to thrive? Here are some tips to help you achieve your…
By Helaine Krasner, RD, CDN Fitness trackers have become a very common accessory. The trick is to use them effectively to help you achieve your goals. It has never been easier to monitor and track your physical activity, and other lifestyle habits such as diet. From the many wearable devices or smartwatches on the…
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RD, CDN Water composes about 70% of our body and is so vital that we cannot survive more than a week without it. We know it’s important to drink water, and we have all heard that we need to drink at least eight glasses a day. So why is water…
By Helaine Krasner, RD, CDN Most of us know that exercise is important. Beyond burning calories, which aids in weight control, other benefits of exercise include temporary appetite suppression, improved sleep quality, elevated mood, lower cholesterol, increased energy, better blood sugar control, and a stronger, healthier heart. There are specific benefits derived from both aerobic…
By Erin McKenna, RDN, CDN There are many reasons that someone may overeat at night, including restricting food during the day, boredom or tiredness. Here are some tips to help drive away those night time cravings.
By Your Bariatric Nutrition Team Summer is on its way. It’s time to ditch the heavy winter meals and enjoy some light seafood! Fish can be a great source of protein and the taste can easily be manipulated with the addition of savory spices. Your favorite fish and favorite veggies can make for a delicious…
By Barbara Broggelwirth, RD Why are carbohydrates so often demonized when it comes to weight loss? In a word: satiety. Satiety refers to how long a particular nutrient (protein, fat or carbohydrates) keeps people feeling full and more satisfied for a longer period of time. Studies show that people who replace their carbohydrates with protein…