It’s Turnip Week
Lots of things change in 30 years. These days, when a woman is pregnant and tracking the weeks, the size of the baby is likened to a piece of produce. I recently learned this because I have a friend who is pregnant. Each week I...
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When You Hate Your Bathroom Scale
Quick quiz today. True or False: What the bathroom scale tells you is a very good indicator as to whether or not your nutrition plan is working. You’ll be happy to know that the above statement is FALSE. Your body composition, health status, and whether or not...
Cool Crisp Days and My Craving for Waffles
As we turn the corner into cooler days and nights, my body thinks it needs more carbs. My mind agrees. This is typical for me. Every year when the seasons change, I notice a slight increase in my potato, pasta, and bread consumption. (Gluten free and equally...
Do You Suffer from Food Trauma?
(The following article first appeared in the October 2018 issue of Get Healthy, a publication of The Northwest Indiana Times.) Online version If you’ve ever had a disturbing experience involving food and gastric upset, then you are no stranger to food trauma. This can show up in a...
Pumpkins, Apples, and Pears, Oh My
Welcome to fall and an abundance of pumpkins, apples, and pears. These are just a few favorites that enjoy a big debut this time of year. The Great Pumpkin Pumpkin is packed with fiber and a multitude of nutrients that benefit your health—and no, I’m not referring...
High-fiber, low-fat legume adds the flavor without the drawbacks of chocolate
(The following article first appeared in the August 2020 issue of Get Healthy, a publication of The Northwest Indiana Times.) Online version Most people I know are chocolate fans. Unfortunately, there are those who like the taste of chocolate, and it doesn’t like them. Allergies and sensitivities can...
Are You Ready?
Are You Ready? Or are you waiting for the perfect time to… …learn a new skill? …write the book? …eat better and feel great in your body? We often think that the timing must be perfect for...
It’s Tomato Time
As I was caring for my tomato plants, I had the memory of my father teaching me about cutting off the suckers--those shoots that show up between the main stalk and a branch. The purpose of removing them is so that they do not suck...
3 Simple Strategies to Maintain Your Happy Weight
Weight loss vs. weight maintenance are very different animals. It’s almost easier to be in the camp of losing pounds rather than maintaining equilibrium. Almost. There are 3 simple strategies to help end yo-yo dieting and give you the confidence you need to stay in your happy...