March is National Nutrition Month ®
The month of March symbolizes many things; the end of winter, the anticipation of spring and warmer weather, St. Patrick’s Day, and for some, maybe even the Ides of March!…
The Top 4 Things to Do to Improve Your Memory
Have you ever stood in the middle of your kitchen and realized that, while you had a reason to be there, you can’t recall what it was? Or do you…
Why You Should Worry About Chronic Inflammation
I’ll admit, I didn’t pay much attention to the idea of “chronic inflammation” as a health risk. I mean, inflammation is really nothing more than a bruise or swollen gland,…
This is the Package I Come In: My Struggle with Negative Body Image
“This is the package I come in.” It’s a mantra I recite to myself in my struggle to come to terms with my negative body image. I’m over 50, and…
The Amazing Health Benefits of Fiber
“Eat more fiber” is one of those nutrition goals that sounds great. But what does that really mean? The word fiber conjures images of celery or lentil casseroles that are…
Why Learning Portion Control is the Simple Key to Weight Loss
One of the constant mantras of anyone giving weight loss advice is “Portion control!” The basic idea is that you don’t need to be as concerned with what you eat…