by Lisa Nelson | Nov 18, 2020 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Holidays, Mindful Eating
Thanksgiving Day is meant to be just that – a day of giving thanks – yet many of us find this day incredibly stressful. There are worries about family dynamics, meal preparation, and overeating that can turn the day from thankful to dreadful. Add to that the...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Oct 14, 2020 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
It’s that time of year when we become pumpkin obsessed – pumpkin lattes, pumpkin smoothies, pumpkin pancakes. And why not? Pumpkin is both savory and sweet making it the perfect addition to many recipes; and it’s very nutritious. One of my favorite...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Jun 3, 2020 | Eating for the Health of it, Healthy Body Weight, Weight Management
What shifts have you made to keep yourself healthy and feeling good these days? Life during this pandemic has been extraordinarily stressful for many of us making self-care more challenging than usual. Yet, we need it now more than ever. From exercising to...
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 | 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...