Have you watched little ones as they are slathered with sunscreen? Parents are indeed taking heed of safe sun practices when it comes to their youngsters. But simply shunning the sun may be taking its toll. There is a second part to this health strategy that’s often overlooked: getting vitamin D. The sunshine vitamin is […]
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Roasted Asian Salmon- a tasty way to bump up your vitamin D
Fatty fish such as salmon are one of the only foods that naturally contain significant amounts of vitamin D with a 3-ounce (cooked) serving supplying a whopping 450 IU. l Here’s a simple, yet so flavor-packed way to boost your vitamin D totals while getting in your heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids. The leftovers are […]
Vitamin D – a missing piece of the diabetes puzzle?
In my post Vitamin D- the new superstar , I pointed to the potential far reaching consequences of low vitamin D levels in the blood. While many have been widely promoted, the links between this nutrient and the development of type 2 diabetes have not been getting much attention. And considering we may be heading […]
Vitamin D – the new superstar
Finally after a long winter, the sun’s rays feel oh so good. On some days, they actually feel warm on our skin. In spite of how good it feels, at this time of year in northern climates, it still does not translate into vitamin D production. Here’s why: vitamin D is produced by the body […]
Waist watching? Don’t forego your carbs at dinner
In my last post, How to put a stop to your nighttime nibbling, I presented research showing that having a higher protein breakfast can be the route to stopping mindless munching at night. Including an adequate amount of protein at lunch, though, is also key to maintaining high energy levels and decreasing cravings and overeating […]
How to put a stop to your night time nibbling
Are you an endless muncher in the evening? Well, you’re not alone. Many of my clients come to me for help to put an end to their night time nibbling. Among the countless reasons for their snacking, habit is usually number one. Or so they think. My first question following this call for help frequently […]
A delish quinoa dish for Passover (or anytime): Citrus Quinoa Salad
This Monday marks the start of Passover, the Jewish celebration commemorating the freedom of the Jews from slavery in ancient Egypt. There are many symbols of the festival but none is better known than matzo. In their haste to flee Egypt, the Jews could not wait for their bread to rise and thus, unleavened bread […]
Top five tips for planning a healthy menu
Enlightened eating doesn’t just magically happen. It does indeed take some effort. But on the other hand, it should not be a Herculean task to get healthy eats on the table. After all, that much stress does not contribute to your well-being. If you simply go with the flow, rather than with a plan, you […]
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