Navigating the holidays after bariatric surgery
Navigating meals after bariatric surgery can be challenging, and the holidays add another layer of complexity. While the festive season might feel different, remember your health is worth it.
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Soy does not cause breast cancer
Soy refers to the soybean plant. It is categorized as a legume and is native to East Asia. It is often used as a plant-based alternative to animal protein. Soy is considered a high biological protein source because it contains all nine essential amino acids that the human body cannot produce on its own and must obtain from food.
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The difference between physical hunger and emotional hunger
Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge, not really sure if you’re hungry but still craving something? That might not be physical hunger at all. It could be emotional hunger.
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Grilled Salad
Here is an easy way to have a super simple tasty summer salad. Try grilling your lettuce. You’ll love the charred smoky flavor it adds to salad.
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Prevent falls with functional fitness
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), falls are the leading cause of injury for adults ages 65 years and older. In 2019, 83% percent of hip fracture deaths and 88% of emergency department visits and hospitalizations for hip fractures were caused by falls.
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Vegetarian Bolognese – A healthy alternative to a classic favorite!
Enjoy a healthy alternative to a classic favorite!
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No change leads to no change
Behavior change is hard! It is complex and multifactorial; it includes our biology, our psyche, and our environment. Change will only occur when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of making the change.
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Spring into nutrition
Spring is a bountiful time for fresh produce! If you want the freshest, ripest produce choose fruits, veggies and herbs that are in season. Plus, in season usually means they cost less money! Check out your local grocery store or your local farmers market as they are starting to open back up for the season.
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Oven Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Tomato, Spinach and Feta
This easy and delicious one pan dish can be a meal by itself or a great side to your favorite protein.
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Protect your bones during weight loss
It is no secret that weight loss medications like Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, etc., are extremely popular. While these medications produce weight loss, there is also concern that they can cause a loss of bone mineral density due to rapid weight loss.
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