By Barbara Broggelwirth, RD In the fast-paced world we live in today, multitasking is ever present and even expected. People are seeking out non-pharmacological ways to ease their anxiety and quiet their minds. Taking time to unwind seems as luxurious as going to an all day spa – who has the time?? Research has shown…
By Mather’s Bariatric Nutrition Team As the season of festive foods ends, the delicious flavors don’t have to come to an end. Still craving turkey post-Thanksgiving? Not a problem! Lean turkey is a great source of protein and pairs well with vegetables. It’s relatively easy to prepare and quick to make. More and more supermarkets…
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RD, CDN A clean-eating plan focuses on eating plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits, whole grains such as oats and quinoa, legumes such as chickpeas and lentils, and minimal amounts of organic poultry, wild fish and lean, grass- fed meats. Small amounts of healthy fats from nuts, seeds and olive…
By Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD, CDN People who exercise on a regular basis not only lose weight more effectively, but are more successful at keeping it off. The combination of both aerobic (cardiovascular) and anaerobic training (resistance) goes beyond the physical benefits. The combination of both of these exercises can provide the following health…
By The Bariatric Nutrition Team at Mather Hospital The fall chill is finally settling in and so are our fall routines. The kids are back in school, the vacation memories have been made and sun is starting to go down earlier and earlier. Thankfully, to combat these long tedious days, there are slow cookers, a…
By Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD, CDN Do our muscles have memory? They sure do. Do our muscles respond well to routine? They sure don’t! Changing up the duration and type of exercise is an essential piece of the fitness puzzle. To take your fitness to the next level, you may to try an extensively…
By Linda Folken, MS, RDN, CDN Achieving a goal can be very challenging, especially when it comes to health and fitness. Setting the goal is the easy part; following through with accomplishing the goal is the hard part. Hard, but possible. Applying certain strategies will make goal setting more efficient and lead to accomplishing your…
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RD, CDN We all know instinctively that too much sugar is not a good thing. There has been an increase in education and awareness that advises us of the importance of decreasing our sugar consumption. So why do we crave this “natural” substance? Sugar consumption triggers a chemical in our…
By Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD,CDN Protein bars can be a healthy and convenient option as a meal replacement or snack, depending on the nutrition quality of the bar. Protein bars can provide your body with nutrients, boost your energy, and help you meet your protein needs for the day. With so many choices on…
By Nicole Zaybak Drepaniotis, MS, RD, CDN We should all be aware of mindless munching! Snacks should be calorie controlled, nutrient dense, appetizing, and filling. When preparing your snacks for home, work, or on-the-go, try to pick the healthier option that will keep you fuller longer. If the focus is on fiber and protein with…