By Janet Domke, RN BSN Sleep is certainly an enjoyable and relaxing activity. It is also one of the most important activities for both our mental and physical health. Did you know sleep affects all your health goals?! Let’s dive a little deeper into the restorative magic that occurs at a cellular level while you…
From your Bariatric Nutrition Team It’s that time of year when nearly every meal contains some type of salad. The chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) in this salad provide some protein and complex carbohydrates that can make this a light and satisfying main dish or a flavorful side for any grilled meat, poultry, or…
By Barbara Broggelwirth RDN, CDN Like any organism we will do our best to avoid feeling pain. Even an amoeba will move away from a toxin in a petri dish. In fact, we would not have evolved for a millennium if we weren’t programed to move away from things that could harm us. Therefore, it…
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN I feel I can safely say that I am not alone in thinking that I need to start my workday with a cup of coffee. Is it the routine, the aroma, or just taking a moment to sip and enjoy? Sounds nice, but truly it’s about the…
By Linda Folken, MS, RDN, CSOWN, CDN The short answer is yes! Research has shown that exercise increases a person’s overall health and feeling of well-being. This moves a person from the tensions of daily life into a more positive and centered state to take on whatever the day brings their way. If you decide…
From your Bariatric Nutrition Team It’s summer and that means it’s time to lighten up a comfort food favorite. This grilled version of eggplant rollatini is a great summer comfort meal. Grilling the eggplant creates a perfect vessel for the cheesy filling. With its light smoky taste, you won’t be sacrificing any flavor. The only…
By Erin Caraher RDN, CDN As children grow up, it’s important to teach them the value of a healthy lifestyle. Being a role model and demonstrating living a healthy lifestyle yourself is the best way to do so.
By Helaine Krasner, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal. There are holidays on this theme in every religion as well as holidays to honor our mothers and fathers. Spring is also a great time to celebrate ourselves. We are all unique and possess our own magical mixture of personality…
By Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN Self-care is considered taking action to improve your health or to protect your own happiness and well-being. This includes taking care of your mental health. Typically, when we think of self-care, we envision things like sleeping in, taking a hot bath, finding some “me” time in our day –…
By Danielle Johnson RDN, CDN, RYT Negative body image can affect our overall health and quality of life, including our health habits. Negative body image does not affect only those with eating disorders. It is a struggle that can be experienced by anyone.