If you are more confused than ever about dietary fats, you’re not alone. Can a high fat diet help you lose body fat? Which fat is best for heart health – butter, coconut oil or vegetable oil? What is Cholesterol & Why is it Essential? Cholesterol is an essential component of all cell membranes and …
As adults we are taught to eat when it is time to eat – first thing when we wake up before leaving for work, during our lunch hour, at dinnertime. And, if you’ve ever been on a diet you probably followed specific rules regarding when you should eat and when you should put your fork down. And though all …
By Gisselle Marie Rosa You’ve done everything right by eating sweets less often, cutting down on drinks with added sugar, and eating more fruits and vegetables. But what happens when it becomes harder to shed those last five or ten pounds? What if you just want to stay at a healthy weight? Well, get moving! …
Keeping the weight off: is diet the only strategy? Read More »
By: Sara Shipley, RD-to-be and student at University of Central Oklahoma The colder weather is finally here and that signifies the upcoming holiday season. For some people, Halloween was the kickoff and for the next two months- its one themed event after the next. If you’re like me, I have several friend’s weddings sprinkled between …
Beating the Battle of the Holiday Bulge: You Can Do It! Read More »
For years people have bought into the notion that 3,500 calories added or subtracted from one’s diet means you will gain or lose one pound, respectively. It’s an easy concept to grasp and helps people feel in control of their weight. And, if you’ve followed the man who went on the Twinkie diet, this formula does …
Why Calorie Reduction & Exercise Doesn’t Always Lead to Weight Loss Read More »