Are you confused by the recommended quantities of Carbohydrate, Protein and fat that one should consume in their diet? This article will explain the specific requirements of each, the function and their sources. CARBOHYDRATES Carbohydrates are the main source of fuel in the body and are broken down to glucose for energy to the brain […]
According to John Hopkins Children’s Center Vitamin D deficiency can be a problem year round, but because sun exposure is critical for Vitamin D synthesis and production, the winter months may further exacerbate what is now a recurrent problem. Levels at or below 20 ng/mL are considered suboptimal. Levels below 15 ng/mL define deficiency […]
Diabetes and diet are always a topic of discussion, since most of us are acquainted with guidelines to avoid sugar. We experience the fear of the foods that may have to be given up. Understanding the NEW Guidelines is that not one food is restricted. Our bodies do not care about the source of […]
Obtaining our Omega-3-fatty acid intake tends to be easier than we think. One can take 1-2 gm of fish oil via supplements or consume several servings of fatty fish per week. What about Krill oil for n-3 fatty acids? This has become a hot topic lately. N-3 fatty acids may include alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), […]
When a recently published study regarding red meat announced that consumption can be as effective in reducing blood cholesterol (as much as a diet consuming chicken or fish), the media projected people eating hamburgers. It must be made clear that research was comparing lean red meat to poultry and fish, as well as the portion […]
Clients are always bringing their containers of protein powders into my office. They come in various varieties such as whey (dairy based), soy, eggs (usually from the whites), rice and then from peas or hemp. Before recommending a protein powder it is first important to assess if the individual actually needs one and next […]
When it comes to the holidays and special occasions over-eating has become “normalized” as part of the American culture, but for those who struggle with binge eating disorder (BED) their relationship with food has evolved into a way of numbing out or escaping from reality usually dealing with unpleasant feelings. According the Binge Eating […]
New Research on milk suggests that it could be cheaper than and just as effective as other sports nutrition products. Can milk give up what we need to attain maximum performance? Recovery After your workout, your body is in a state of stress and needs adequate nourishment. Typically after exercise your body is dehydrated, […]
Fish can be a confusing topic; there is Dover Sole and Grey Sole then there is Atlantic salmon and Alaskan Salmon another example is Wild-caught striped bass and Striped bass. The main difference between two similar fish is the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean or somewhere else tropic and exotic from around the world. […]
As your teenager starts exhibiting autonomy, parents will often times ask me how they can be involved with their teenager’s meals. This age group seems to “be forgotten” as infancy and early childhood parents receive so much direction pertaining to nutrition that this time in their children’s life tends to be skipped. The first […]