Ditch the Swiss Miss hot chocolate with over 20 grams of added sugar, and try this healthy high-protein collagen hot chocolate recipe. It clocks in with nearly 30 grams of […]
How To Manifest Weight Loss
Weight loss can be a difficult process. Oftentimes, it feels like, despite your best efforts, you don’t see the results you want. However, learning how to manifest weight loss is […]
Types of Hunger: Emotional vs Physical Hunger
Eating is a necessary and pleasurable human experience. We eat for many reasons and because of different types of hunger. In Buddhism, for example, there are up to seven types […]
No motivation for weight loss? 3 inspirational ways to get started
I’m often asked for my ‘number one tip’ or ‘first step to getting started’ from individuals on the struggle bus or with no motivation for weight loss. My response generally […]
More sleep, Less pounds
How did you sleep last night? Coming off the weekend, perhaps you’re experiencing a case of “social jetlag” or extra fatigue? Oftentimes I’m asked for advice about how to break […]
Dieting dilemmas: All-or-nothing mindset
For as long as I’ve worked as a dietitian, it amazes me how much all-or-nothing thinking impacts a person’s self-confidence and feeds the vicious cycle of yo-yo dieting. According to […]
Blood Sugar Balance – Part II
Part I of this blood sugar balance series broke down how each of the three macronutrients – protein, carbs, and fat – impacts blood sugar and why steady blood sugar is […]
Blood Sugar Balance – Part I
One of the most effective ways to lose weight without white-knuckling through the day is to consider how food impacts your blood sugar levels. Steady blood sugar means you’ll have […]
The Skinny on Salt
***DISCLAIMER: This post is not intended to replace professional medical advice from your physician, and a small subset of the population benefits from a low-salt diet. This article is designed for […]
3 Tips to Break a Stall After Weight Loss Surgery
After years of working as a bariatric dietitian, one thing I continue to hear from clients is, “I’m not losing. My body is in starvation mode.” Perhaps you’ve felt this […]
Find Your Why
Peter Attia, MD is a well-known longevity expert and one of my all-time favorite physicians. I recently heard him relate eating healthy to saving for retirement. While the two don’t […]
Staying On Track During the Holidays
Christmas is a time for joyous celebration, but it’s also stressful balancing family obligations and work schedules. As a result, staying on track during the holidays is difficult. From striving […]