Category Archives: Functional Foods

Every year it seems that a new superfood is making the buzz, packed with more antioxidants, more nutrients, and more benefits than the years prior. So far, the trending foods have been kale, cauliflower, quinoa, and even pomegranate. Well, in 2016, there are four superfoods you need to keep your eyes open for. Not only ...click here to read more

If you’re focused on weight loss, counting calories may be something that you’re familiar with. In an effort to limit calories, most people cut out fast food and junk food. Many people turn to artificial sweeteners such as aspartame instead of sugar as another way to reduce calories. Which is better – sugar or aspartame? ...click here to read more

There are many superfoods you can enjoy if you want to protect your heart. From salmon, to blueberries, to even a glass of wine, these foods all contain the nutrients your heart needs to keep beating strong. There’s now a new food on the radar for healthy eating that’s great for your heart. You may ...click here to read more

Pears are often overlooked in the produce aisle, but this unassuming fruit should be a part of your healthy eating plan. You might not realize just how nutritious it is – it’s chock full of fiber and nutrients, and research shows that eating pears could have a role in preventing cardiovascular disease and diabetes, among ...click here to read more

Good old-fashioned milk has been a health beverage of the ages it seems – with good reason. It’s high in vitamins and minerals, and a convenient source of calcium for your bones. Whether you’re drinking it straight, adding it to grain cereals or topping your morning coffee, milk does the body good. Dairy products have ...click here to read more

My best advice to my patients always begins with this: The path to a long life starts with a healthy diet. Fruits and veggies are important, but there are other staples of healthy eating like good fats and fiber-rich grains and seeds. But there are certain foods we should be avoiding. In fact, I think ...click here to read more

All of us have been there… sitting at the table after a big holiday meal, feeling heavy and in need of a serious nap. In the name of good family and friends, many of us willingly fall off the health wagon, giving in to the snacks, breads, sweets and larger-than-life portion sizes. There is good ...click here to read more

If you’ve managed to get in your eight hours of sleep last night and still can’t get through your day without reaching for numerous cups of coffee, sleep may not be to blame. Of course, rest is important for your energy, but what you eat also plays a huge role in keeping you going and ...click here to read more

Sometimes it might seem like feeling blue or having a low mood is a regular part of your day as the colder weather and shorter days start to close in. Certainly there have been several studies that have shown that there are many lifestyle factors that can impact our mental health, too. But one that ...click here to read more

Imagine this… a fruit that has been altered to be more nutritious. Would you buy it if you knew it was healthier? How about if you knew that the alteration would make it taste better? Well that theory isn’t too far off. New advancements in gene modification could bring crops like bananas and pears to ...click here to read more

I’m not so worried about fat anymore. Not because I’m the skinniest woman on the planet, but fat has a lot going for it. I’m eating full-fat Greek yogurt, blue cheese in my turkey burgers, and homemade granola with plenty of nuts. Fat, the healthy kind, is back in vogue these days. For years, government ...click here to read more

Barbecuing is a great way to maintain flavor and enjoy delicious meats such as chicken, pork or steak. It’s important to get in your protein for overall health, but don’t just stick to the the barbecue staples and try grilling up some fish. Another reason I’d recommend fish as a healthy alternative to grilling up ...click here to read more

Although fall means the days will get cooler and shorter, those harvest vegetables are now in season – and they have so many health benefits to offer. One vegetable, in particular, packs a punch when it comes to providing you with your daily intake of vitamins and keeping you healthy right through the winter. This ...click here to read more

Four years ago my doctor told me I was borderline diabetic and could be looking at long-term daily medication for type 2 diabetes. I was shocked. It couldn’t be true, could it? I thought I had my health in control, for the most part – working out with cardio and weights in my condo gym ...click here to read more