For the past two weeks we have had the pleasure of watching the best athletes the United States has to offer compete in the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. Hopefully watching the dedication these athletes demonstrated in their sport, has inspired you to dedicate yourself to making healthy changes in your eating habits! Our…
Breakfast is considered to be the most important meal of the day for Americans. However, many people feel they don’t have the time to fit in a meal because they are rushing to go to work or school in the morning. Every excuse to eating a nutritious breakfast has a solution! Do not let the…
Welcome back to another Wednesday full of inspiration and success! This week we are going on a journey with Cheryl*, a lactation consultant, married for 30 years and mother of five children who range in ages from 17-26 years old. One of the interesting things about Cheryl that I believe our readers will…
This week we are celebrating an American staple: the apple! While most people have heard the old idiom “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, many people may not understand the meaning behind this. Apples provide health benefits from the numerous nutrients within them to help keep us from getting sick and staying in…
In this Issue: What Does Organic Mean? Organic vs Non-Organic – Myths and Facts Benefits of Buying Organic What to Buy News and Events Recipe of the Month: Slow and Easy Ratatouille Quote of the Month A Note from Bonnie Today there is an abundance of information regarding the cost benefit of organic versus conventionally…
Summer is a time for relaxation; however stress can still sneak up on us despite the sunny season. Unfortunately food is sometimes a crutch a lot of people use for handling stress. Usually using food to deal with anxiety adds up to even more anxiety from unwanted weight gain, or low self-esteem due to uncontrolled…
Time for our first success story in August! This comes from Catrina*, a retired office manager and speech therapist, as well as mother of two, and grandmother of 5, soon to be 6 grandchildren.When Catrina came to Bonnie, her weight and her A1C were troubling her. Both of her parents had a history of…
Inspiration drives motivation. There are many ways you can become inspired so that you are motivated to do more than you ever thought was possible. Some things require absolutely no effort at all. Others, will be worth your while. Turn your stress into positive energy: Stress occurs in the body naturally. Learn how to transform…
Summers are hot and humid and people don’t always feel the urge to exercise when it’s so hot. But you don’t have to let heat stop you from enjoying a fun day in the sun, especially when there are so many great ways to exercise outside during the summer! Swimming is one of the best…
Summer is flying by but no worries! We have more success coming your way. This week we highlight the success of Cassandra*. Cassandra is a music teacher who has been married for 30 years, and has two children; a 27 year old daughter and a 23 year old son. She struggled with being overweight her…
Choo! Choo! There’s a new train in town, and it’s express to healthy-town! This train is the whole grain train, and it is ready for you and your family to step aboard! To understand what a whole grain is, you must first understand the anatomy of a grain itself. A whole grain consists of 3…
It’s Wednesday and that means another dose of success from all of us here at BRG Dietetics and Nutrition, P.C.! This week Nancy*, a teacher and mother of six (3 boys and 3 girls!) shares her success story with us. Nancy was struggling for years with short term weight loss success. Feeling as if she…
Welcome back to your crash course in kitchen basics! Now that you have your immersion blender and sauté pan ready, you need something to cook! Key Ingredients: There are a few “must-have” ingredients to stock your kitchen with in order to create easy, delicious and healthy meals. Nonstick cooking spray: An easy and calorie-free way…
On July 14th, we celebrate “Bastille Day” which is France’s Independence Day! If you can’t make it to France to celebrate with the French, going out to a French restaurant is always an option, or celebrate their culture by practicing some of their healthy habits. The French are very good at enjoying things in moderation. …
Healthy and delicious! Seeds are rich in fiber, antioxidants and essential fatty acids. Here’s a run-down of 5 of the top healthiest seeds to boost your nutrition intake. 1. Flax Seeds: Not a fish eater? No worries. Many vegetarians and those people who do not eat fish can get some of their omega-3 fatty acids…
This week we bring you the success story of Denise*. Denise is a former accountant, who is now a homemaker with four children. When she started working with Bonnie, she was not happy with herself and was very discouraged. Denise overate starches like pastas and breads, and was having difficulty with eating too much late…
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…
Is the kitchen a “new room” for you? Don’t know how to set it up for meal-time success? Well fear not! In the next two posts, we’ll simplify the kitchen, and turn it into a place where fun and happy memories can be made. Today we will go over what types of appliances and tools…
Today is the first blog post of our Summer Success Stories! Today we are celebrating Melanie*. Melanie is a lactation consultant and mother of three. When she started working with Bonnie, she had never tried any kind of formal “diet” or meal plan before. Her attempts on her own were not working and she was…
Today we are celebrating the numerous health benefits of beans! Beans are also known as legumes which are seeds, pods, or other edible parts of a plant used as food. While some of you out there might be thinking “Oh, I’m not a fan of beans”, it is probably because you’ve only tried a few…
