Plant sterols aren’t something you hear much about in the United States, yet these compounds are regularly added to foods in Europe. The health benefits are impressive — so much that they’ve been dubbed as the “European secret” for cholesterol and heart disease risk by some.
Here’s what you need to know about plant sterols and how to get more in your diet.
Read MoreWhy cut out or decrease sugar?
The effects go way beyond weight loss! Minimizing intake can also impact how quickly we age, how strong our immune system is, energy levels, depression and mental health, and heart health.
Read MoreInflammation is at the root of a lot of conditions, and heart disease is no exception! If you’ve been keeping up with the blog then you know I’ve been sharing my favorite anti-inflammatory food options for all sorts of different health and wellness concerns., and today I am sharing my top ten anti-inflammatory foods to keep your heart strong and healthy!
Read MoreRecently I shared on the blog the ten best anti-inflammatory foods for people trying to lose weight. Staying on that theme, today I’m sharing another top 10 foods, this time geared toward those who deal with Diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is triggered and aggravated by underlying low-grade inflammation. So eating foods that reduce inflammation is a great way to manage the disease overall, and some of these foods may surprise you!
Read MoreYou all know I’m a BIG fan of anti-inflammatory foods. There are so many benefits to reducing inflammation in the body, and decreasing high blood pressure is one of them! Check out my latest article for eatingwell.com where I shared the top TEN anti-inflammatory foods that aim to decrease high blood pressure.
Read MoreHaving diabetes doesn’t mean having to eat totally different foods than everyone else since today’s “diabetic diet” mean eating lean proteins, whole grains, veggies, and healthy oils. Sound familiar? That’s because this it’s what we all should be eating! So I’ve pulled together 12 family-friendly meals that are perfect those with diabetes, as well as pretty much everyone else.
Read MoreConsuming foods that fight inflammation has so many incredible benefits, but one of the biggest is weight loss! If you have tried everything to lose weight and you feel like nothing is working, inflammation could be the cause of why you are struggling. Here’s what to do!
Read MoreWe’ve all heard about at-home cold remedies, but do any of those old wives tales REALLY do much good? I checked out what science says about some of the most popular at home remedies for colds. Find out which ones are probably just a myth and which might be worth trying this year!
Read MoreWe’re used to the foods we eat affecting things like our heart and blood sugar, but mental health? Not so much. Check out my latest Cooking Light article where I break down the science behind the research.
Read MoreI love the idea of a homeopathic remedy, but the apple cider vinegar thing has never been one I’ve bought into – primarily because I need some pretty big research to make me even consider taking a a swig or two of ACV each day. Sorry, just keeping it real - but I’ll have my vinegar with a little EVOO on a salad!!
Read MoreDid you know that this is no official “diabetic diet?” I’m diving into the research to see if there is a “better” way for those with diabetes to better manage their blood sugar. See my recent article with Cooking Light here!
Read MoreClick here to find my recent article with Cooking Light where I tell you more about Type 3 Diabetes, why it’s key to not wait for symptoms, and what you can do now to reduce risk of future dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Read MoreCruciferous veggies like broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower have unique compounds not found in other produce. Some compelling research associates these foods with decreasing cancer risk AND possibly using to treat cancer. Find out more in my recent Cooking Light article linked here!
Read MoreIt might seem ironic as a dietitian, but I don’t get excited about diet books. In fact, I am usually completely skeptical until proven otherwise. BUT, but my recent read was different, y’all. Check out this post where I share my review of The Obesity Code.
Read MoreAs you age memory and cognition suffer. What can you do now to start preventing mental decline? The answer is simple — focus on foods and habits that can boost your brain health. Here are 15 Brain-Boosting Foods that you should ensure are finding a spot on your plate.
Read MoreChronic Inflammation is triggered by the immune system responding to irritants or foreign compounds, often in food or the environment. With no overt symptoms, chronic inflammation is a little harder to understand or even recognize. However, research has linked it with obesity, metabolic syndrome, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. Here's the scoop on what to eat and what to skip.
Read MoreWhat if you could decrease your sodium while still keeping food flavorful? It would be a miracle, right? Well, it turns out that you can!
Read MoreWhat is “leaky gut” and could it be affecting your health? I cut to the chase – without sliding down a dark hole of complex science talk - on what research tells us and how it could be affecting your health.
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