Throughout most of the past decade, the idea of “3 meals a day” was widely accepted and practiced by a majority of American households.  You ate a breakfast of maybe toast and eggs, a sandwich packed for lunch and you would sit down to a dinner that focused on protein as the star, with a…

Feeling sluggish mid-day?  Craving sweets late at night?  Well, I’m here to teach you how to best calm your cravings with the best options for your health! While having well-balanced meals are key, snacking can be just as important for your health.  Many people associate snacking with chips, candy and convenience foods, which is misguided…

This Sunday, February 3rd is Super Bowl Sunday!  Sadly no New York teams are being represented in this year’s big game, but that does not mean the masses will not be getting together to celebrate this American tradition.  If you find everyone’s mood a little down because they’re not a fan of either team, spice…

The “Freshmen 15” is a phenomenon that deals with college student’s weight gain during their first semester of school. Naturally a change in environment can alter one’s eating habits as they break out of their usual routine.  Understanding why this might happen could help you or a friend in targeting this health concern before you…

In this issue: Par-tay the Healthy Way! Healthy Snacks/Beverages to Cool You Down this Summer! Make Exercise a Splash! Blueberries for Better Health News and Events Recipe of the Month:  Feta Cheese Watermelon Salad Quote of the Month A Note from Bonnie I know you have been working hard through the winter months making positive…

This Sunday February 5th is Superbowl Sunday!  Whether you are rooting for the New York Giants or the New England Patriots it’s sure to be one of the most talked about re-matches in sports history.  Aside from football, Superbowl Sunday is filled with family, friends and of course lots of food!  So in between cheering…

Now that school is back in session, have you given thought to what’s in your child’s lunch box?  I recently attended Meet the Teacher night at my daughter’s elementary school.  One of the first topics the teacher spoke about was lunch and snack options!  Not math, science, English or social studies but FOOD!  It struck…

Feeling stuffed from an overload of holiday treats? If your New Year’s Resolution is to shed the excess weight you’ve put on in the past year and keep it off forever, try some of these suggestions to get you started off on the right foot. Write it all down. No matter what it is, write…

The best foods to consume before a workout should consist of a good amount of carbohydrate and protein but low in fat. Here are some healthy snack suggestions that are sure to keep your energy level up during your workout: 1 hard boiled egg ½ cup of trail mix that includes nuts, dried fruit, and…