By Melissa Buscetta, RD, CDN The dangers of a sedentary lifestyle, especially at work, have been discussed among various professionals as the “new smoking.” Our bodies are not designed to sit static on a chair all day long. With a work-around-the-clock mentality, falling into a sedentary lifestyle with minimal movement has become inevitable. Hence overcoming physical idleness…
By Barbara Broggelwirth, RD, CDN Guided imagery is a type of meditation that focuses and directs the imagination in proactive ways. Athletes often use it to help develop a specific skill set. For instance, a cyclist might imagine their legs as pistons in an engine propelling them into their perfect zone. Additionally, research has shown…
By Helaine Krasner, RDN, CDN Although eating out or getting take-out can be an enjoyable part of a healthy lifestyle, it definitely makes weight management more challenging. There are many benefits to preparing your own food as often as possible.
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 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.