Every fall, I get the urge to use pumpkin in every way I can think of. Typically we only think to use it in baked items, where it has to be cooked, but pure pumpkin does not need to be cooked! Use it in smoothies, parfaits, oats, etc. It is
It comes as no surprise that the consumption of processed foods such as chips, candy bars, and the like are correlated with weight gain and obesity. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7399967/) These foods lack nutritional value and pack the calories, leading one to feel unsatisfied and often craving more. But are there other factors
Putative Causes Of Obesity: Listening to (or reading the bestsellers written by) pundits, one may easily think that the entire obesity problem can be brought down to a couple of factors – sugar-sweetened beverages, fast food, being sedentary, screen-time, – take your pick. Now, Morgan Downey, former CEO of the
Many of us focus on the Thanksgiving dishes that we love and take us back to memorable times when we were younger. Sure, that is part of Thanksgiving. However, Thanksgiving is more than just about food. Thanksgiving Past and Present A bit of how Thanksgiving began: in 1621, the pilgrims
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year. There are lots of food choices but most of the time, they don't align with your normal healthy eating. Don't worry, we've got you covered with these 10 recipes for you to try for a healthy Thanksgiving. We hope you enjoy these recipes for
If you don’t eat much, and you aren’t hosting a huge party this year….how do you make a traditional holiday meal that doesn’t overfill your house with food? Try this delicious Roasted Turkey Breast Recipe! It’s perfect for getting the smells and tastes of the holidays, without needing to make
Surgical Outcomes of Patients 21 Years and Younger: Childhood obesity is a serious health risk in the United States, affecting approximately one-fifth of all children and adolescents1. For comparison, obesity in the adult population is now 42.4% as per the 2017 – 2018 CDC census. Obese children are more likely
Why I decided to have WLS Before and After VSG with John: My struggles with weight loss have pretty much been lifelong. Always on a yo-yo. Up a little, down a little. I have tried a multitude of diets over the years, all with limited to no success. I could
Calcium Requirements and Dietary Sources What Is Calcium and What Does It Do? Calcium is classified as a mineral that helps your body form strong bones and teeth but also plays a role in muscle function, nerve transmission, regulating normal heart rhythms, and hormone secretion. About 99% of the body’s
Try this layered egg white breakfast recipe and get your carbs from veggies! Using egg whites like a tortilla, this layered egg white breakfast can be filled with anything! I used low-calorie cheese, bell peppers, mushrooms, and avocados! I eat egg whites almost daily. It’s the perfect low-calorie, high-protein food.
