It may seem like everything is becoming “green” lately, but Thanksgiving? Why not! Often, Thanksgiving meals are loaded up on brown, carb-heavy foods. This year, why not try to “green up” your Thanksgiving meal? Not only will this increase your vegetable intake, it will also make your table more beautiful. Keep reading to discover tips to eat healthy and reduce stress this Thanksgiving holiday.
READ MOREWhen I work with clients to begin healing their relationship to food and their bodies, you may hear me reframe a bad body image day similar to a bad hair day. We’ve all had a bad hair day – maybe it’s flat, or too poufy, or you have that one piece of hair that won’t stop sticking straight up! If you’re struggling with body image today, can you think of it in a similar way to a bad hair day? Learn 5 tangible strategies to be more comfortable and get through the day.
READ MOREAs the days get shorter and the air gets colder, I always feel the need to warm up on the inside. I am the only vegetarian in my household, everyone else loves their meat! Over the years, I have been able to adjust my cooking so everyone can eat almost the same meal, but in 2 different versions; one vegetarian and one with meat. Here is a list of my favorite 4 comfort meals I like to enjoy in the fall along with its meat-lover version.
READ MOREWondering what pre-workout meal or snack is best? Confused about pre-workout supplements? This article is for you! This Sports Dietitian article discusses this topic and which foods and snacks are top choices. In general, we want the pre-workout meal to be high in carbohydrates, contain some protein and be low in fat. Keep reading to learn more!
READ MOREDysphagia is defined as the difficulty to swallow, eat and drink as well as a wider range of decreased abilities. Certain tools can help foster safety and increased independence for individuals with Dysphagia. Don’t go through the journey alone – get support from a Dysphagia Dietitian.
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