Age 45 is the New 50 for Colonoscopy Screenings
Recent studies have highlighted a rising incidence of colorectal cancer (CRC) in individuals youngerthan age 50 in the United States. While CRC incidence has shown continued decline in those 50 and older, the incidence rates have doubled in 20- to 49-year-olds. It has been estimated that persons born around 1990 have twice the risk of […]
Macros and Weight Loss: What You Need to Know
When it comes to weight loss, the diet landscape is vast and varied. From calorie counting to intermittent fasting, many methods promise results. One approach that has gained significant popularity is counting macronutrients, or “macros.” But what exactly are macros, and how can they help with weight loss? Macros, short for macronutrients, are the nutrients […]
Chocolate Cake Recipe
This chocolate cake recipe is gluten-free and delicious. It is quick, easy and has great ingredients that support health. Chocolate Cake Recipe Ingredients Garbanzo Beans A rich source of vitamins, minerals and fiber, chickpeas may offer a variety of health benefits, such as improving digestion, aiding weight management and reducing the risk of several diseases. […]
Devilled Eggs Recipe Made Easy
My Devilled eggs recipe made easy is SUPER easy! 15 minutes to make. They are perfect as appetizers for any party, or as a side dish for potlucks and picnics and as a high protein, low carbohydrate snack. I made them for the first time today and I am amazed how easy they are (and […]
Is Sugar Addiction Real?
For many of us, sugar is addictive. That’s because foods high in sugar trigger the reward centers of your brain. The Lay’s potato chip advertising company were really onto something when they developed their “betcha can’t eat just one” slogan in the 1950s. Talk about ahead of their time! Eric Stice, Ph.D., a neuroscientist at […]
Lessons from my 10 Days of Plant-Based Eating
My dad was a butcher and I grew up eating and loving meat, So, the plant-based challenge was definitely a challenge for me.I wanted to do it because it makes sense to me that eating a whole food plant based diet is a good way to eat. I love the science of nutrition and I […]
Want to Know How to Snack Smart?
Snacking between meals can keep you from getting too hungry and help you maintain a more consistent energy level throughout the day. The secret is eating the right kind of snacks, ones that will give your body the nutrients that it needs. Nutrient Intake It can be difficult to get all of your daily recommended nutrients […]
HOW SMART IS YOUR FOOD?
Is your food smart? Here is how you answer this question. Is the food you are choosing based on, Simple and Pure Ingredients? Macronutrients that are balanced? Advanced Fats? Research Validated ingredients? Total personalization to YOUR needs? One of the keys I have found is to do your menu planning ahead of time and plan […]
How to Kick Your Sugar Addiction
Tonight I am presenting my DAY 3 Teleclass of my October Sugar Buster Group. I hold these groups every month and the Wednesday call is my favorite call because we talk about the science of Sugar Addiction and how we came to be addicted to this powerful white powder! Many people think it is just […]