by Sandra | Mar 26, 2015 | Blog, Nutrition & Dietary
For the best nutritional value; a) Buy fresh vegetables in season. They cost less and are likely to be at their peak flavor. Visit your local Farmer’s Market. b) Prepare fresh vegetables instead of canned or packaged to minimize sodium and sugar intake. Yes,...
by Sandra | Mar 25, 2015 | Blog, Nutrition & Dietary
Stop “diet mentality”. Thinking about “going on a diet” also means that you can go “off the diet”. To many, “diet” does not mean “a lifestyle change”. The word brings up thoughts of restriction, deprivation,...
by Sandra | Mar 23, 2015 | Blog, Nutrition & Dietary
Most people believe that having a salad is a healthy food choice. But, what are they putting in their salads? Is it a salad made of Iceberg lettuce with candied nuts, tons of whole milk cheese, croutons, fatty meats and tons of commercial dressing? Or is the salad...
by Sandra | Mar 21, 2015 | Blog, Nutrition & Dietary
Breakfast means, “to break the fast”. After a restful seven to nine hours of sleep, our blood sugar is low. Eating breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It provides energy to your body to begin your day. Studies show that people who eat...
by Sandra | Mar 20, 2015 | Blog, Nutrition & Dietary
Here are some on the road snacking tips: * Plan ahead. Buy non-perishable foods that you can carry, like the following: Cliff bars, bottled water, canned sugar free fruits, meal replacement packets, bran muffins, graham crackers, low-fat turkey jerky, rice cakes,...
by Sandra | Mar 20, 2015 | Blog, Nutrition & Dietary
• Avoid shopping when you are hungry. Eat something before you go. • Make a shopping list before you go to the market. • Select lean and white meats for their lower fat content. • All canned meats, like tuna or chicken, should be canned in water. • Always...