Spring is finally here and summer is right around the corner!  Although the warm weather is creeping in, the month of April is known for its frequent rain showers.  We all know the saying, “April showers bring May flowers” but rainy days also tend to decrease our desire to get out of the house and…

Happy National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day!  A comfort food in American culture, the grilled cheese sandwich can be dated back to ancient times in different forms and tastes.  The earliest known recipes can be found in Ancient Roman cookbooks.  The modern grilled cheese sandwich began in the 1920’s consisting of just three ingredients: processed American…

You may believe there are many reasons to stress, but there are just as many ways if not more ways to fight it.  Here are 10 ways you can combat stress in your life!  1. Long Walks– Spring has sprung!  A nice long walk outside can relax you and let you organize your thoughts. 2….

April is National Stress Awareness Month.  This will be the first of three posts that address stress, its effect on your health and how to combat it without turning to food.  No matter how positive and upbeat a person may be, stress is unfortunately an undeniable aspect of life. While there are different kinds of stress…

The month of April is National Soy Foods Month!  Over the past couple of years, a lot of buzz has been created regarding the nutritive benefits of soy as it began showing up on the shelves of local supermarkets.  Although many are familiar with soy and may even eat soy products on a regular basis,…

The pungent smell of garlic is certain to awaken the weakest of senses.  As the aroma seems to endlessly seep out of one’s pores after eating it, the benefits can outweigh the scent. This April, get ready to celebrate National Garlic Month by learning about the health benefits of garlic! Garlic is a member of…

Have you ever purchased a product because of certain word or phrase on the package such as “organic” or “all-natural”?  These words can mean many things but often leads you to believe the product is healthy.  This is called the “Health Halo Effect.” In an attempt to see how far this bias went, researchers from…

As you wander into the average U.S cafeteria, you find yourself faced with industrial sized deep fryers, containers upon containers of frozen and oily foods, sparse in fresh fruits and vegetables.  It is unsettling to think that this is the type of foods school-aged children are being exposed to on a daily basis. To overcome…

I have long been encouraging my clients to include both aerobic exercise and strength training into their workout regimen.  This recommendation is suitable for those looking to lose weight, maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle in addition to those with medical conditions such as diabetes.  A consistent exercise program is key!  A question that has…

Whether you celebrated Passover or Easter, now that the holiday is behind you, it’s time to do a self-assessment on your cooking and eating habits and see where you can improve for next year.  For me, eating on Passover is different than the way I eat all year round.  For one, I eat matzoh instead…

Tuesday March 26, 2013 is American Diabetes Association Alert Day!  This is a “wake-up” call for all Americans to find out if they are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.  While there are millions of people in the U.S. diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, there are many more that are unaware they may be at…

World Water Day is about joining together to highlight the global water crisis and celebrate our triumphs thus far.  This international holiday was suggested at the 1992 United Nations Conference in Rio de Janeiro and established on March 22nd 1993.  The theme of this year’s World Water Day is Water Cooperation. Socio-economic development, the environment,…

To all my valued blog subscribers, Beginning on April 1st, I will be participating in an Ultimate Blog Challenge.  The challenge is that I have to publish a new blog post each day in April.  I am excited to be a part of this challenge and to share it with you. Each day in April,…

No matter your nationality, St. Patrick’s Day brings out the Irish in everyone!  However, holidays can have a tendency to put your commitment to a healthy lifestyle to the test.  The St. Patrick’s Day traditions like dark beers, Irish soda bread and corned beef and cabbage may not coincide with your eating plan, but it…

Today is a special day to celebrate the food and nutrition experts, Registered Dietitians! Registered Dietitians help individuals with weight management, provide nutritional education and promote healthy eating patterns for disease prevention. They also help create meal plans, monitor improvements, and help to motivate and guide one to make positive behavioral changes for lifelong health….

Passover is quickly approaching.  The cleaning has started, and you might already be planning your shopping list and menus.  Staying organized is key to preventing getting overwhelmed.  Enjoying Passover in a healthy way doesn’t mean you have to compromise the foods and traditions you love. With proper planning and recipe modification, Passover recipes can be…

Recently Michelle Obama announced a new initiative called “Let’s Move! Active Schools.” This is a program that coincides with her initial campaign, “Let’s Move!” to get kids more physically active during school hours. Many schools are seeing a decrease in funding for their physical education programs, therefore creative solutions are needed to preserve daily playtime…

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.  Did you know that colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States? The irony is that is it also the one of the most preventable cancers.  Reduce your risk of colorectal cancer by getting screened, knowing your risk factors and having a healthy…

It’s my favorite month of the year again because it’s National Nutrition Month! This year’s theme set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is “Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day”. Educating people on nutrition and the importance of consistent physical activity are some of the goals that I am dedicated to giving my patients….

Today is National Chili Day!  Whether you enjoy your chili with beef, chicken or vegetarian style, chili is a popular comfort food during the winter months.  Unlike many comfort foods, indulging in a warm bowl of chili actually proves to be beneficial to your health! Here’s why: The most common ingredient in chili is, of…