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A quick internet search for "how to eat healthy" returns many results. Suggestions to eat more of this, less of that. But scientists agree, and studies back them up, people that focus on eating a well-rounded diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts and legumes, and lean proteins have better overall health. In fact,… Continue reading Eating Healthy Improves Weight Loss and Decreases Mortality Risk
In this hectic world, more and more of us are turning to processed foods to feed our families. They are quick, easy and ready to eat whenever we are. The term "processed foods", include anything that has been "cooked, canned, frozen, packaged or changed in nutritional composition with fortifying, preserving or preparing in different way".… Continue reading Consumption of Processed Foods Increased Risk of All-Cause Mortality
Too often, diet is a "four letter word" that causes my patients to turn a deaf ear to anything else I say. Here are some great ways to shed pounds without a diet. 1. Eat on a salad dish and never finish more than 2/3 of what’s on the plate. If necessary, that last 1/3… Continue reading 20 Diet-Free Ways to Lose Weight
It can feel overwhelming to incorporate the many foods that are recommended to decrease inflammation and pain. Eating a plant-based diet is a great start, as the majority of the foods that are anti-inflammatory are vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices. Getting creative with recipes and how to seamlessly make them a regular addition to your… Continue reading 6 Homemade Beverages That Can Help Reduce Inflammation And Pain
We all tend to hang out with like-minded people, those who make us feel comfortable and share our values. So if your values center around a sedentary lifestyle and lots of food, you’re likely to associate with people who share that lifestyle. Most of us already have a good understanding of how weight impacts important… Continue reading The Halo Effect