Everyone knows that exercise is one of the surest ways to get fit and feel great. But did you know you can make exercise both easier and more effective if you eat correctly before and after? It’s true! “Eating for
The Top 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Nutrition
In my practice I have people come see me for a myriad of reasons, but I do get asked certain questions by most of my clients. These are questions that almost everybody, regardless of age, weight, or health, tend to
Managing Gastroparesis: How to Eat When Your Stomach Doesn’t Empty Properly
Gastroparesis is the medical term for when the stomach doesn’t empty like it should. This is a condition often caused by some other type of illness or disruption in the body. Often times it is due to the nerves not
Diet Management for IBS: How watching what you eat can make your bowels a little less irritable
If you have been diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) you know how troublesome (and sometimes debilitating) the symptoms can be. IBS is a rather non-specific diagnosis, as the way symptoms present can vary quite a bit from person to
How to Avoid Gaining Weight During the Holidays
I love food as much as anyone. In fact, a really good meal brings me great joy! But you know what I don’t enjoy? That miserable “stuffed” feeling you get after an overly-large holiday meal. Even worse is the feeling
The Best Motivator for Weight Loss
One of the first things I discuss with clients is what motivates them to want to change. As you know, change is hard. And making significant lifestyle changes (like how you eat) takes motivation. When I ask people what is
Why Hiring a Registered Dietitian Shouldn’t Be Your Last Resort
Whenever I meet someone new, it’s not uncommon for them to ask me what I do for a living. When I tell them I am a Registered Dietitian, the person will usually proceed to tell me about their nutrition problems
How to Set a Health-Related New Year’s Resolution You Won’t Want to Give Up on Almost Immediately
Research has shown that the majority of people who set New Year’s resolutions include a health-related goal. Maybe that’s because we realize another year of our life has gone by and we want to slow the aging process – or
The Silent Killer Most People Don’t Know About – And How to Avoid It
Fatty liver disease may affect up to 25%
How to have a healthy relationship with food
Over the course of my career, I have worked with many clients who have developed a negative relationship with food and eating. This not only decreases their quality of life, but makes it much more difficult for them to meet