Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh, light, and delicious snacks that not only keep you cool but also pack a nutritional punch. Here are some fun and healthy summer snacks to enjoy under the sun: Watermelon Feta Skewers Watermelon is a quintessential summer...
Ever notice how you just feel a little lighter after a laugh with friends, or a heartfelt conversation with a loved one? These kinds of positive social interactions can directly boost your mental and emotional wellbeing. But here’s a less obvious connection: Strong social connections might help us...
(The following article was written for the December 2020 issue of Get Healthy magazine, a publication of The Northwest Indiana Times. I’m sharing my article now because I had a reader request information on added sugars in foods you’d least suspect and this article covers it.) While health experts may...
Last week I promised that I’d offer some various ways to effectively clean your produce. Before preparing fruits and vegetables, wash your hands well with soap and water. Clean counter tops, cutting boards, and utensils with hot soapy water before peeling or cutting produce. Whether you choose...
To buy organic or conventional produce? That is the question of the day. Organic produce, by definition, is grown without synthetic pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms. Organic farming practices also promote ecological balance and aim to conserve biodiversity. The debate over whether organic produce is...
Last week I covered the topic of how much protein we need in a day and dispelled the idea that protein causes kidney damage. In case you missed it, here’s a link to that blog post: Is Too Much Protein Dangerous? Why is protein important and what...
Twenty-five years ago, there was plenty of skepticism about protein. After all, bodybuilders ate lots of it—and they experimented with all kinds of “questionable” things. Plus, the late 1990s ushered in the rise of high-protein diets for weight loss—an approach many health experts then labeled as “unsafe.” Over...
“Red wine is better than white wine!” “Kale is better than spinach!” “GRAINS ARE EVIL!!” Ever feel like good nutrition is just too complicated? If you’re really confused on what to eat to lose weight and/or live healthier, try this ONE habit: Eat mostly (or at least more) minimally processed...
If you’ve been following my blog for a few years, you may recall my weekly posts that were written comparing the size of my friend’s baby in utero to various fruits and vegetables. I listed the health benefits of the produce of the week along with...
Lately, I have this great desire to take a nap every afternoon around…well, anytime between 2 and 5. What is the deal with THAT? Can you relate? One day I did my best to overcome my sleepiness by taking a walk, in between torrential cloud bursts. Today’s choice is...