Why cut out or decrease sugar?
The effects go way beyond weight loss! Minimizing intake can also impact how quickly we age, how strong our immune system is, energy levels, depression and mental health, and heart health.
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What does research suggests when it comes to anxiety and food? Turns out that there are a few key foods that offer brain-boosting nutrients that may be worth incorporating in your diet. Find out what these top anti-inflammatory foods that may potentially ease anxiety are.
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A few key nutrients in certain foods can make a big difference in how you feel and cope, and I’m sharing 7 foods in the article below. While it was written for winter months, I’ve found that everything still holds true during these times of social distancing.
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Coronavirus got you craving carbs?
Food is a natural way to comfort ourselves, a key reason why many find themselves thinking about carb-rich foods and baked goods with what is currently going on in our country and world right now. I’m sharing what’s behind this, and I’m also giving you strategies to combat these extra cravings so you don’t get off track on your health goals!
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We’re used to the foods we eat affecting things like our heart and blood sugar, but mental health? Not so much. Check out my latest Cooking Light article where I break down the science behind the research.
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Could cravings for bread, pasta, and mashed potatoes be a potential warning sign for seasonal depression? Find out here!
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Click here to find my recent article with Cooking Light where I tell you more about Type 3 Diabetes, why it’s key to not wait for symptoms, and what you can do now to reduce risk of future dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
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After my son ate a slice of neon-colored birthday cake, I started doing research on the connection between ADHD and artificial coloring. Here's what I found.
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The most common issues affecting brain health—dementia, memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease—all have slightly different symptoms and etiologies, yet are all the result of some type of reduced brain cell functioning or deterioration. Science hasn’t had much success to date in preventing or slowing brain conditions like these, but following a ketogenic diet is being suggested as a potential way to do this. Is there any truth to it? Let’s find out.
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As you age memory and cognition suffer. What can you do now to start preventing mental decline? The answer is simple — focus on foods and habits that can boost your brain health. Here are 15 Brain-Boosting Foods that you should ensure are finding a spot on your plate.
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Bulletproof coffee is a key component for many intermittent fasters. However as a dietitian, it’s a trend that I’ve dismissed for several years now as just that – a trend that I could never tie enough consistent, credible research to justify recommending or trying. But over the past eight weeks, bulletproof coffee has slowly become a staple in my morning routine.
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Did you know that some diet choices may have subtle effects on depression and mood? While not a replacement for other therapies, click to see seven diet suggestions may give you a little mood boost during the winter.
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