The iconic slice of meatloaf, nestled next to a mound of mashed potatoes and peas, is ensconced in the American mind as a comfort food ideal. But that’s never been the case for me. I like my meatloaf best as a sandwich, preferably tucked between slices of buttered toast and shingled with sweet, sliced pickles…
Ask food or nutrition professionals what their favorite food is, and chances are you’ll get a wide variety of responses. Some experts love particular foods for their flavor profile, while others are drawn to certain foods for their versatility in the kitchen or nutrient impact on health. I asked a few dietitian friends and colleagues…
Humans have a unique problem. We’re born “too soon.” Consider infants from other species. Most of them come out of the womb (or egg) and can almost immediately function for survival. While they lack some critical skills, they can immediately move around, seek food and perform other survival- based tasks. Human babies are another story….
Last week, Olympic and World Champion Simone Biles stuck the landing that matters most. Withdrawing from multiple Olympic events, the US gymnast sent a message to the world that body and mind are interdependent, and that wellness and fitness are best viewed through the lens of holistic health. Ms. Biles described what occurred leading up…
Becoming a micro-influencer is a slow and steady process, but worth the intentional development and effort. It’s a new form of social support that has the potential to positively propel your clients’ behavior-change efforts and incite a journey of change for others. Clients as Micro-influencers Micro-influencers are individuals who craft content around a certain market,…
Onions, on their own, are pretty great. They’re inexpensive and they last a long time. Raw, they have an unmistakable sharp bite; sautéed, they become silky and sweet. But when they’re cooked forever and ever into a thyme-infused deep brown softness, becoming the basis for French onion something? Oh là là. I say “French onion…
Fat is not a four-letter word, although many still consider it a dirty word when it comes to nutrition, fitness and exercise. Those who lived through the ‘90s undoubtedly remember when the food industry marketed everything as “low-fat” in the guise that it was a healthier option. While it’s true that having high levels of…
According to the 2016 United States Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth, Americans should be grounded without access to video games, cell phone or TV for at least a month. Not only would this give us time to “think about what we did,” but it might contribute to solving a bigger problem….
Three years ago, I began providing private mindfulness meditation sessions to a young man who was on the road to recovery from what had been a mysterious and difficult-to-diagnose illness. In fact, it took the collaborative efforts of physicians from a variety of specialties over an 18-month period to determine the root cause of what…
Working with a new personal training client for the first time can sometimes feel a little awkward, but there are some simple steps you can take to help streamline the process and create a more enjoyable experience for both you and your client. The stages of working with a new personal training client can be…