by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Jan 15, 2020 | Holidays
Why does holiday overeating make it hard to return to normal eating habits? 1 – Stomach is physically larger – Overeating causes the stomach to become enlarged and it can take more food to provide the same feeling of satisfaction. 2 – Lack of sleep – This is probably...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Dec 14, 2016 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
I’m fortunate to have a very thoughtful neighbor who delivers a festively-wrapped package of Candied Roasted Nuts to my door every holiday season. She makes them herself with tender loving care – and lots of sugar! They are super sweet and I love them, but...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Dec 1, 2016 | Mindful Eating, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
Getting together with family and friends is something we do around the holidays. These gatherings typically include rich foods and lots of sweets. If you’re like most people, this excites and stresses you out at the same time. It’s a time of year when many...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Nov 22, 2016 | Heart Health, Mindful Eating, Weight Management
In two days from now, it will be Thanksgiving. Do you have a plan for eating? Will you count up your calories and attempt to stick to your diet; or will you throw caution to the wind and stuff yourself because it’s only one day? Why not give this a try instead?...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Nov 11, 2014 | Eating for the Health of it, Weight Management
One of the best ways to eat healthier and avoid weight gain during the holidays this year is to plan weekly trips to the grocery store. That’s right. Go shopping. I suggest you book an appointment for yourself each week (write it in your planner) to go grocery...