Many people try so hard to lose weight. They’ll do just about anything-spend lots of money on weight loss products, go on diet after diet; and in the end feel defeated and desperate. Others are just sick of hearing the words, “weight loss”. Still others are just stuck, not knowing what to do. They keep putting off taking any action whatsoever. Weight loss can be a “weighty” topic. Many health care professionals don’t even address it. Should you even try to lose weight? What do you think? Believe it or not, some registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN) say no. Some say yes. Here are the … [Read more...]
The Best Diet to Lose Weight
With 2 of 3 Americans overweight or obese many people are seeking the “best” diet to lose weight. Usually they are searching for the best fad diet. They're the ones that get a lot of attention (and a whole lot of money). I am not a fan of these, for reasons you will see. However, I recognize that many of you will still look for a diet to get you on your journey to lose weight. So, with that in mind: There are definitely some dos and don’ts to consider when searching for your best diet. One thing is certain, the BEST diet is one that you can follow long term. Very restrictive … [Read more...]
Salmon, Asparagus, and Orzo with Lemon-Dill Dressing Recipe
Last night Bob and I were eating what we believe is the best salmon recipe I've ever made. If you like salmon, I bet you will like it too. I've served it to company over and over (as long as they like salmon), and always with rave reviews. Here's what I love, (besides the flavor): It's not fussy, meaning you don't really need to measure the vegetables, or get the timing exact. The veggies can cool down some while you broil the salmon. I've also cooked the salmon in a skillet. You can serve the dish immediately after cooking, or wait a little and its just as scrumptious. It is … [Read more...]
Why Can’t I Lose Weight: Some Information About Obesity & Weight Loss
Many people struggle with their weight, here are some misperceptions about obesity and losing weight. Recently I attended Your Weight Matters Conference. The speakers were obesity experts and full of great information presented in a way that was easy to listen to. Though there is strong scientific evidence that obesity is a disease. It appears that many have trouble accepting this fact, even in the medical community. Have you been told to lose weight then given no resources to help you do it? Have you lost weight but your health care provider didn’t notice and just told you to … [Read more...]
What are Macronutrients and Should You Be Counting Them?
Should you be counting Macronutrients? Three times in the past week I was asked if I teach people to count Macronutrients. I thought maybe you wondered too. (Or perhaps you’ve never heard of counting macros). Either way, here’s my 2 cents. “Macro” is short for Macronutrient. There are 3 macro (big) nutrients – protein, carbohydrate, and fat. All calories come from these 3 nutrients (plus alcohol). Each macronutrient serves many unique and critical functions in our bodies: Protein – builds, repairs, and maintains body tissues Carbohydrate – provides our main source of … [Read more...]
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