healthy choices

Beyond vitamins

People often wonder if they can just take a multi-vitamin and skip eating their fruits and vegetables. I always say no! A pill does not contain all the phytochemicals your foods do, among the many other benefits of foods over supplements. Phytochemicals are substances that naturally occur in plant foods. They can contribute to the …

Beyond vitamins Read More »

Q&A: Holiday Eating

Q: During the holidays, I eat at other people’s homes frequently. How do I eat healthy and control my weight when I am not planning the menu? A: Great question! The holidays are often a difficult time for making healthy choices. Treats are everywhere, and big meals become the norm. Here are a few tips …

Q&A: Holiday Eating Read More »

Healthy on a Budget

A recent Freakonomics podcast discussed research on trends for people who buy store brands versus name brands in various products.  Some of these products were food and drink – sugar, salt, baking soda, etc.  Chefs were slightly more likely to buy store brands than the average consumer. I found this podcast very interesting based on my …

Healthy on a Budget Read More »

Bribes for health?

A recent Freakonomics radio episode discussed the importance of incentives for people to make healthier eating choices.  Studies indicate that educating people on the benefits of healthy eating is not enough; an incentive or “bribe” is necessary for actually making a change. With my limited financial resources, I cannot bribe any of you to make …

Bribes for health? Read More »