Have you thought about how your sleeping patterns may effect your struggle with weight? This has been a frequent conversation with clients lately, especially with those who are trying to balance a demanding job, family, exercise and personal time. Often they wonder, who has time for sleep? … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2012
The Goods on Greek
If you enjoy including yogurt as part of your fueling plan, consider using Greek yogurt if you don't already! Greek yogurt is full of protein (about twice the amount of regular yogurt) and calcium, is lower in sugar and has half the amount of sodium than regular yogurt. This creamier, thicker yogurt … [Read more...]
Chilled Soup with Shrimp and Avocado
The ingredients of this dish looked too good to pass up! With the temperatures staying so high, a chilled soup sounds refreshing and delicious. I love including protein rich and very low-fat shrimp, as well at the healthy and tasty fat choice of avocado. The color combo makes the dish look pretty … [Read more...]
Planning and Environment
Many of you have probably heard the saying before, "It's about your skill power and not your will power." When it comes to nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, this is so very true! When you are challenged by time and by the many convenient foods and snacks offered, it takes more than will … [Read more...]