by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Mar 18, 2015 | Eating for the Health of it, Weight Management
Consciously or not, the average American consumes 28 teaspoons of added sugars a day – that’s more than 90 pounds of sugar per year. The American Heart Association recommends women limit their added sugar to just 100 calories per day (6 teaspoons) and men to 150...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Feb 11, 2015 | Eating for the Health of it, Weight Management
I get asked this question all the time. What do you think of juicing? The short answer – it can play a beneficial role in any wellness program if used properly. Drinking a nutritious juice every once in a while (even everyday) can be healthy, but it can also do more...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Jan 14, 2015 | Weight Management
There’s something about the New Year that evokes a renewed optimism when it comes to losing weight and improving health. Our desire and enthusiasm takes over and we are certain that our New Year’s resolutions will totally work out this time. Never mind the fact that...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Dec 10, 2014 | Eating for the Health of it, Holidays, Weight Management
When presented with all of the beloved family recipes and tasty dishes expected at any holiday get-together, it can become difficult to say “no.” Good news: you don’t have to! Here are a few simple tips to make the holiday season more healthful and...
by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz | Nov 20, 2014 | Eating for the Health of it, Recipes for Health, Weight Management
It’s totally possible to have healthful and fun holiday celebrations. The key is to focus on balance and avoid overindulgence. Go ahead and eat some cookies or other holiday treats — just don’t eat everything in sight. Enjoy the treats you really love in...