Liquid Calories: Alternatives to Soda & High-Sugar Drinks

In today’s Motivational Monday, I discuss the consequences of liquid calories. The brain doesn’t recognize calories consumed in liquid form the same way it does calories of food — be it a slice of lasagna or a handful of cookies. When we eat food, the brain subconsciously attempts to curtail over-eating later in the day, [...]

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Healthier Holidays: Three Tips to Help Curb Over-Indulgence

During the holiday season, many people pile on a few more pounds than they will successfully shed come the new year. After a few years, this time of year alone may easily have contributed to a significantly increased waistline. Here are three simple tips that can help you stay healthier during the holidays, and when [...]

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Video: The Benefits of Flax Seed Oil & Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids

Flax seeds have enormous health benefits, and are a great source of plant-based omega-3 essential fatty acids. They provide a good alternative to salmon and sardines for vegans or those with fish allergies, and for the rest of us who enjoy the benefits of essential fats contained in fish, but want to limit their intake [...]

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Video: Why Almonds & Walnuts are the Ultimate Power Snacks!

In today’s Motivational Monday, I reintroduce a healthy snacking favorite of mine that people sometimes grow to avoid because of their high caloric value: nuts! Specifically I talk about almonds and walnuts – two delicious varieties that pack a mean nutritional punch while at the same time, satisfying hunger cravings and providing sustained energy. I [...]

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Video: Boost Immune Function with Ginger, Lemon & Lemongrass Tea

More than just a great alternative to caffeinated hot drinks like tea and coffee, a homemade blend of warm ginger and lemon tea has nutritional value with plenty of immune-boosting properties. Often used to treat nausea associated with motion or morning sickness, ginger also has anti-inflammatory properties, so can help lessen pain associated with arthritis [...]

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Video: Pumpkins and Butternut Squash, Antioxidant and Mineral-Rich, Fall Vegetables!

We are in the heart of autumn, and with this season comes an abundance of fall vegetables, including many different kinds of pumpkin, yams, and butternut squash. These beautifully colored vegetables contain lots of carotenoids which give them their deep yellow to orange/red color, and are a great source of antioxidants. Eating these foods helps [...]

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