Are you hosting family or friends this holiday season? If children will be visiting, there are a few simple things you can do to encourage them to make healthy eating choices while they visit you over the holidays: 1. Adopt a “water first for thirst” approach. When the kids ask for something to drink, pour a […]
Here Figgy, Figgy
If you’ve ever eaten a fig before, raise your hand. If that fig was in a cookie form (you know which one what I’m talking about), put your hand down. I thought so. The majority of people in this country have never eaten a plain fresh or dried fig. So you might not know that […]
Reducing Calories in Holiday Foods
It’s “that time” of year again. We love the holidays for a variety of reasons, and food is one that ranks right up near the top of the list. But holiday get-togethers and parties with family and friends can end up packing on extra pounds from all that delicious food. What can you do to […]
Make Your Fall Tailgate or Harvest Party Healthier!
Fall is a wonderful time for football or soccer tailgates, bonfires, harvest parties, and those last family picnics. The problem with these wonderful gatherings is they are often accompanied with high fat, sodium, sugar, and calorie – and low nutrient dense foods. With a little planning you can still have fun at your next gathering, […]
The Right Calories for You!
When it comes to maintaining a healthy weight for a lifetime, the bottom line is—calories count! Weight management is all about balance—balancing the number of calories you consume with the number of calories your body uses or “burns off.” This 30-minute webinar will be packed with information about resting metabolic rate, energy requirements, tools to […]
Eating Healthy Away from Home: Beyond the Kitchen
Eating while on the go can be challenging for anyone. Choosing nutrient dense options in portions which provide appropriate calories is a skill that must be learned and practiced. When a person has diabetes, selecting foods which will not aggravate blood sugar levels and/or heighten risks for heart disease becomes an even trickier task. The […]
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