High FODMAP alert! Cauliflower pizza w/ asparagus The low FODMAP diet may be the answer to your digestive issues Recently, Instagram has been inundated users posting contrasting images of their bodies at various points throughout the day. Typically the first picture would show an athletic, toned abdominal section and the second picture depicts how that …
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Photo: Unsplash/ Jason Briscoe Best Practices: Food Safety During Coronavirus Outbreak With concerns of coronavirus on high alert, you may be spending less time outdoors and more time inside where you feel safe. Unless you have stock in GrubHub or Postmates, you probably are cooking a bit more at home than you usually do – …
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Yesterday, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease to be a pandemic. Naturally, people are beginning to look at their current way of living to ascertain what they can do to prevent contracting the disease. One of the common questions being asked is, “Can I boost my immune system?” This is definitely a …
Lately I’ve been hearing a lot of discussion between clients as to whether they are achieving a state of exercise post oxygen consumption or EPOC after their workouts or not. I decided that this well sought after state of EPOC needed some further explanation so you can understand how it is achieved after …
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So as this is the new year, many of you are journeying into a new workout regime. Before you jump into your workouts, remember to implement a proper warm up and cool down. This pre and post work includes the workouts you are in control of yourself (i.e. at the gym, hiking, marathon running, etc.) …
Recently, I came across and article that dealt with intermittent fasting. The article was published on Yahoo! News and was titled “I was bloated for an entire year until I started doing these 4 things every day.” Skeptically, I clicked on the article and read about this woman’s journey to remedy her bloating. The woman …
One of the most common questions I get is regarding post workout meals and snacks. I know that it can be tricky when deciding what to eat after you just had an intense workout session. My first instinct is always “Well, I just burned a ton of calories, so I can afford to have a …
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Okay, this week we will be focused on nutrition basics. As a soon to be registered dietician and group fitness instructor I get asked so many of the same questions time and time again. The most asked question has to deal with nutrition. Clients frequently ask me one of three questions: How much and of …
The new year is off to a strong start with many of you working hard to achieve your fitness, nutrition and wellness goals. As with most of my friends, life is getting more and more hectic and you are probably having a difficult time making your nutrition, health and wellness a priority. That’s okay. Here’s …
Okay, so as this is the first week in January, you probably are embarking on some changes in your life. Maybe you are vowing to work out more. Maybe you are promising to eat more nutritiously. Maybe you are going to allow yourself to take some ‘me’ time once in awhile. Whatever it is you …
