Oh, carbohydrates. Just like politics and religion, discussion on this macronutrient is not dinner table material. There are many strong opinions on just how many carbohydrates are “safe” to consume. Some advocate “high” carb, others prescribe a “moderate” amount, others “low” or even “very low”. And to mystify things further, what’s considered a low amount… Continue Reading
Stephanie
The Female Athlete Triad
As a dietitian, I’ve worked with a variety of individuals (ranging from those with eating disorders to neurological conditions) improve their health through nutrition and other lifestyle modifications. Often times when I meet with clients, the desired goal is weight loss, but when it comes to women that can come at a cost. Whenever we… Continue Reading
Are your goals working against you?
What are your goals? We often hear that question, think about it for awhile, and then plan to think about it later as we carry on with our busy lives. It seems like one of those questions that we are always asked, but don’t give enough thought to. We know that in order to accomplish… Continue Reading
Crazy About Kombucha
If you’ve been listening to any of the Paleo podcasts or have read any of the blogs lately, I’m sure you’ve heard a good discussion or two about gut health. Foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and kefir are being discussed all over the Paleo blogosphere, but there’s one fermented product that is really catching some… Continue Reading
My Paleo Challenge Is 60 Days Young
I took part in the 30 day paleo challenge in a group setting as part of an exercise and fitness education program offered by my workplace. The group challenge was exactly what I needed to get started down the path of paleo. I had heard of The Paleo Solution and read a little bit about… Continue Reading
Farm To Table Restaurants: Fun, Functional, Flavorful
I’m all about trying new restaurants and I try my hardest to stay away from the big chains. Chipotle and In-N-Out can be good eats, so I’ll leave those guys alone, but there is something about walking into a new restaurant and exploring their ambiance and menu. The… Continue Reading
Seasons Drinkings
Tis’ the season for an endless assortment of food and drink temptations! Tis’ the season for a self-check in motivation. I know there’s at least one person reading this that gets a little giddy when they see the infamous red holiday cups at Starbucks. I’ve honestly never tried their Pumpkin Spice Latte, Gingerbread Latte, Peppermint… Continue Reading
The Paleo Rubik’s Cube
As a Registered Dietitian, I make my living knowing anything and everything that I can about nutrition and food science. I am a self proclaimed “foodie” and love trying new recipes, going to farmers markets, reading blogs, and learning the latest and greatest research. Many of you reading this blog right now are also self… Continue Reading
Coco-What??
Oh food industry, you’ve done it again. Turning something that should be simple into a science experiment and causing mass confusion amongst the general public. What started as a delicious concoction in a can is now showing up in the milk aisle, next to peanut and almond butters, amongst the yogurts, coffee creamers, kefirs,… Continue Reading
There is Life Beyond Bagels for Breakfast
Whenever I consult individuals currently following the paleo plan and those interested in starting there is always one concerning question: “So what can you eat for breakfast?” The grocery retailers would have you believe that breakfast cereals, oatmeal, bagels, fruit, and juice are the essentials to a “complete and balanced breakfast.” Early morning business meetings… Continue Reading
