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Are you an expectant mother in the Pasadena, CA area looking to connect with other mommies-t0-be and find ways to stay fit and healthy? Then, this is the perfect class for you! Jennifer Tucker, prenatal exercise specialist and Wendy Crump, registered dietitian are joining forces to bring fitness and nutrition to expectant mothers. The program is a combination of group and private…
For many families, this time of year is a transition time: the long days of summer seem to come to a screeching halt and turn into jam-packed days of schoolwork and after school activities. So if you’re like me, you are also starting to talk with your children about either taking their lunch to school or buying lunch. But, which option is…
The school year’s come to an end, and you’re ready to begin the next family journey into summer school, camp and vacations. Anyone who’s ever traveled with kids knows how challenging it can be to avoid the unhealthy trap of on-the-road fast food. “I’m starving! When can we eat?!” your kids yell relentlessly from the back seat. As a concerned parent, you’re…
Are you like most parents and completely confused when it comes to feeding your kids fish? Well, the good news is that you’re not alone. The media is constantly bombarding us with the importance of eating omega-3 fatty acids, but at the same time with the recent caveats surrounding seafood, you might air on the side of caution and avoid serving your…
Nutrition Apps, too Many to Choose From! Are you ready to get a hold of the perfect nutrition app? Try finding a nutrition app and inevitably you will be bombarded with a whole lot of choices. Lifestyle apps are rapidly becoming the “go-to” for nutrition advice. But with hundreds to choose from and not all created equal, consumers find themselves completely confused…
As the end of the school year is nearing and summertime is just around the corner, I’m sure many of you are busy making plans for your children’s vacations. Whether it’s enrolling your kids in camp, summer school or just letting them hang out at home, plans must be made. Although schools have gotten a lot of negative publicity about their abysmal…
You know that breakfast is important, but when you’re in a pinch in the morning, sometimes fast food is the quickest option. It’s no secret that fast food isn’t the healthiest or most nutritious option, but when it’s the only option – whether you’re running late for school or work – it helps to know how to make the best choices. Some…
The day of love is quickly approaching. Valentine’s Day can be a challenging day for those watching their weight, as it is filled with tempting treats. If the person you love has been working so hard to eat healthy why seduce them with mouth-watering delicacies. Instead show your love and support by choosing a gift that is not overloaded with sugar and fat. Treat your sweetheart to…
Avoid the Super Bowl Spread on Your Waistline This Sunday is Super Bowl Sunday one of the biggest indulgences of the year. Don’t undo your New Years resolution for Super Bowl Sunday, put a healthy game plan in place. A Few Super Tips for Surviving Super Bowl Sunday Pre-game workout Get yourself to the gym, go running, walking or biking-just get moving! Grab a…
Do you suffer from any of the below? headaches severe nasal congestion abdominal cramps bloating diarrhea after eating If you experience some of these symptoms you may be suffering from food sensitivities. And unfortunately the gut will never heal unless you stop throwing inflammatory foods into your digestive tract. The only way to stop repeated bouts of inflammation is to remove the inflammatory foods. Inflammation…