by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Nov 13, 2019 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Heart Health, Recipes for Health
The most recent Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that all adults eat at least half their grains as whole grains – that’s at least 3 to 5 servings of whole grains every day. The average American eats less than one daily serving of whole grains, and some...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Oct 23, 2019 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
A lot of people ask me if sweet potatoes are actually good for them, which isn’t surprising considering the name suggests they’re loaded with sugar and starch. But don’t let their sweet nature fool you. Sweet potatoes are off the charts nutritious making them a...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Sep 25, 2019 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health
Many clients ask me these questions. Is fruit okay to eat? Doesn’t it have too much sugar? Yes, fruit does contain sugar. However, the sugar in fruit is “natural” as opposed to “added” like the sugar found in cookies and other sweets. The Dietary Guidelines for...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Aug 28, 2019 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Weight Management
Energy density and nutrient density are two important terms to understand when making food choices. Energy (or calorie) dense foods contain a higher number of calories per serving. Nutrient dense foods contain a higher level of vitamins, minerals, and other important...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Aug 14, 2019 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Heart Health, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
Have you ever considered going meatless as a way to improve your health? I’m not suggesting a full-fledged vegan lifestyle. I’m talking about taking meat off the dinner table one night a week – Mondays for example. There are many health benefits associated with...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Jul 17, 2019 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health
Summer is a great time of year to be a healthy eater. Farmers markets and gardens are bursting with gorgeous vegetables in their prime. Summer vegetables are delicious when grilled, roasted, or stir-fried. For some people though, eating cooked vegetables is a struggle...