Pumpkin pie is a staple dessert that we all love to enjoy around the holidays. Pumpkins are a type of squash whose nutrients are often masked by tons of heavy cream and sugar. This pumpkin pie recipe allows you to satisfy that fall time craving guilt-free!
Have you fallen prey to the low fat foods movement in the last two decades? A report issued in the 1970s advised Americans to lower their risk of cardiovascular disease by consuming less fat. Thus the low fat foods movement began. Do you also feel that all you see around these days are low fat…
Over the years, we have seen the USDA food graphic evolve. The evolution of this graphic speaks a lot to living an intuitive eating lifestyle. The old graphic used to break down the food groups into how many servings of each group you should eat each day. Servings were not defined, so you were forced…
I recently sent a survey to my followers inquiring what are their biggest health challenges over the upcoming holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Years. I was blown away by the number of responses I got and I promised that I would share the results, so here goes. 46% of people said they get…
Nuts come in all shapes and sizes and offer you protein, healthy fats and fiber. Although some might be more favorable than others, a recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition has discovered that almonds stand out among all the rest in terms of weight management. The study found that participants eating…
Bone and Joint Health National Awareness Week is a global event that focuses on musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis, back pain, osteoporosis and trauma. During the week of October 12th -October 20th, individuals and organizations worldwide organize events and projects to bring awareness to ways to prevent, manage and deal with these disorders. These conditions…
We live in a world that unfortunately tends to judge us based on how much we have. Whether it’s having the most money, the most property, the nicest car, or the most possessions, having a lot is usually a reflection of success in our culture. Interestingly enough, excess in your life may have translated into…
Pizza, donuts, chicken fingers, oh my! The nutritional value of the food that our children eat at school is just as important as those meals we serve them at home. This is why the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) was created in 1946 as the largest federal child nutrition program. This program was designed as…
October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month. This theme was implemented by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics in order to encourage making family meal time a priority. Studies show that family meals promote healthier meals and healthier lifestyles. When families eat together, they tend to eat more nutrient-rich foods, such as fruits and…
Have you heard of the concept of portion distortion? Research strongly suggests that increasing rates of overweight and obesity are in direct correlation with the increased portion sizes we have experienced since the early 1980s. Individuals are frequently unaware of how much food they actually consume in a single sitting. This lack of awareness…
Here at BRG Health Solutions we are wearing pink this month in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Every year, 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer. Take the time to detect early stages of this disease and encourage others to do the same. It is also a great time to support and…
Fall is finally here which means pumpkins, colorful leaves and most importantly, apple season! The month of October is National Apple Month, an entire 31 days designated to enhancing consumer awareness of the usage of apples and apple products. Believe it or not, there is a lot of truth to the old adage “an…
As I sat down today to write my post for the iEat Mindfully™ blog, I wasn’t quite sure what I was going to write about. But then it came to me. Earlier today, I was told for about the 10th time this week, how bubbly and happy I am. “Am I always like that, my…
As the war on obesity persists with no end in sight, we frequently learn of new and different methods to aid in the combat. Some methods seem simple and easy at first, while deeper investigation can uncover backlash, pros, cons, and loopholes that can prevent effectiveness. Methods range from Mayor Blumberg banning the sale of…
Did you ever look around while you are walking somewhere and notice the people around you? Is it more common that they are on a smartphone, listening to music or interacting with some electronic device rather than conversing with one another and paying attention to their surroundings? I know for me the answer yes. …
We are now in the home stretch until the New Year begins. It’s a great time to assess your health and set S.M.A.R.T. goals so you can look and feel your best. What is a S.M.A.R.T. Goal? S.M.A.R.T. stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely (or Time-Oriented) Specific: Be very specific when…
There are many facets of intuitive eating…thus the “10 principles”, which are what I call your empowerment tools to help you acquire and understand your internal cues that drive your hunger and satiety. If you are unfamiliar with the 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating, read more about them here. One of the intuitive eating…
We all know that fruit is good for you; but are some better than others? Are fruit juices viable substitutions? Which fruits should you be eating everyday? Recent studies have shown that eating a greater variety of fruits may be more beneficial to oneself than eating a greater quantity. A research study* found that…
Today is National Celiac Awareness day, a day designated to help bring awareness to Celiac Disease, the auto-immune condition that is associated with the protein gluten. According to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 141 people in the United States have Celiac Disease. This day was chosen as National Celiac Awareness Day to honor…
Do you love to cook? Do you take the time to prepare what you love? As a past dieter (I’m hoping by now you are on your way to saying that!), consider how you decided what you were going to cook for dinner. More than likely it was what the “diet menu” dictated for the…
