Specializing in science-based nutritioin for those who want to live a longer, healthier life
Like many of you, my family and I are planning to eat more plant-based meals at our house. We decided to start with once a week, “Meatless Monday”. A recent Monday rolled around and we were considering what to make for dinner. It needed to [Continue Reading]
Learn why eliminating food groups is not the answer for long term nutrition and fitness. Discover why short term “fixes” are not sustainable and may even be harmful. Any why including even simple exercises at home can be beneficial. We hear so much about nutrition [Continue Reading]
Anemia itself is not an illness, but a symptom that is found in a variety of conditions. In other words, it is an indication there is an underlying problem. It means “lack of blood” and consequently results from a disruption in the way our bodies [Continue Reading]
What is it about approaching another decade in life that makes you stop and think about your mortality? On my summer vacation, as I was anticipating my 60th birthday in the fall, I pondered the notion, “Can I achieve fitness over 60?” You have to [Continue Reading]
Bone health as we age… Why improving bone health as we age, is essential for minimizing the risk of fractures, and why Calcium and Vitamin D are so important. How exercise is a factor When a supplement may be needed. What you should know about [Continue Reading]
Nutrition during quarantine. Do you find yourself eating differently? The challenge of maintaining good nutrition. Maybe you are not only working from home, but also trying to manage toddlers or be the teacher for your school age children, as a result routines as you knew [Continue Reading]
Making the change to a meatless or plant-based diet can be a challenge but it’s easier than you think and the benefits are abounding. Many of us didn’t grow up eating a plant based diet. Therefore, if you are like me and other baby boomers, [Continue Reading]
Is the FODMAP diet the answer to your SIBO symptoms? Eating and food usually bring comfort and pleasure. But for some, it results in abdominal distress. For example, symptoms such as pain and bloating or diarrhea and cramping can result from a meal that seems [Continue Reading]