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Debunking the Gluten-Free Myth
What is Gluten Exactly? Gluten is a general name for proteins found in wheat, which assist with dough elasticity, making dough pliable. Essentially, it is the glue that holds the product together. Eliminating gluten from products involves using other starches such as corn and potato starch and using alternative gluten-free grains like amaranth. Who is the Gluten-Free Diet For? For those…
Power Up With Protein Powder
Protein powders are popular among recreational exercisers, body builders, dieters and non-dieters alike. The increased popularity of protein powder has sparked the interest of many. Protein powder has allowed people an easy convenient way to add protein to their meals and snacks. However, protein powder is not required since most of our daily protein needs can be met by consuming protein rich…
Fueling For Your Workout
Most of us know eating before a workout is essential to keep our energy up and our body in fat-burning mode. Unfortunately, some people think if they restrict their calorie intake this will result in fat and weight loss. What they must know is… calorie restriction makes it difficult to build muscle mass and after the first 15-20 minutes of a workout…
5 Easy, Grab n Go Breakfast Options!
When it comes to breakfast, many of my clients would rather skip it then bother with struggling to make a meal. Here are some hassle free breakfast ideas. • Zap some quick-oats and milk in the microwave and top with some berries. • Go for some Greek yogurt and fruit • Toss a piece of whole wheat bread into the toaster and spread with…
Ketogenic Diet and Epilepsy
The ketogenic diet is a diet used to treat seizures in epileptic children and some adults by causing the brain to go into ketosis. Ketosis is a state in which the brain uses mostly ketone bodies as a result of fat metabolism rather than using carbohydrates as the primary fuel source. This appears to stabilize the brain resulting in fewer seizures. According…
Nutritionally Fit Meal Plans: Diabetic
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? Diet is the key factor to controlling your diabetes. Here’s a sample 1 day meal plan by Wendy Crump, R.D. Want to learn more about meal plans? Contact Wendy!
Get rid of those late night cravings!
Conquer Your Food Cravings Ever find yourself fantasizing about chocolate or French fries late at night? Believe it or not there’s a science behind your cravings. Studies have shown people with low levels of dopamine have a propensity to crave and binge on junk food. So what’s the trick to boosting dopamine levels? Well it’s not that tough and I’m here to…
Keep Your New Year’s Resolution Lose Weight
This Year Do Things Differently… Happy New Year! This time of year marks a new beginning, a time in which we make resolutions. Why is it that with each passing year we find ourselves making the same absurd promises to ourselves? This year will be different we will actually follow through with our New Year’s resolutions. Resolutions are healthy and productive, however…
Stay Hydrated With These Foods
As summer is heating up its even more important to stay hydrated. When the thermometer rises so does your need for water. The old rule of thumb is to drink at least 8 glasses of water. However, about 20% of your water intake should come from solid foods. Here is a list of water-rich fruits and vegetables, which are at least 90% water…
To Be Or Not To Be Gluten Free?
You may have noticed going gluten-free is the new craze. It seems as though everybody these days is on a gluten-free diet and almost everyone you know has self-diagnosed as having gluten intolerance. Going gluten-free seems to be the cure to almost every health problem. Many people might feel better, experience less digestive distress by giving up gluten containing foods, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that gluten…