New Dietary Guidelines : Cut Sugar, Eat More Whole Foods

Every five years the United States government comes out with dietary guidelines and after a year of debate between health experts and food industry lobbyists, the new dietary guidelines were released yesterday. Here are some key highlights from the new guidelines that you should know:  Limit your intake of added sugar to 10% of your daily…

Wellness Wednesday: Fall Into Butternut Squash Season

It’s fall! Fall is one my favorite seasons. Here in Central Florida I don’t have the opportunity to experience the change in the foliage because palm trees line the streets.  But nonetheless, the weather is cooler and it’s a welcome change from the summer’s stifling humidity. Other than the change in weather and foliage, I…

Wellness Wednesday: Not All Vegetables and Fruits Are Created Equal

Not all fruits and vegetables are created equal.  Meaning some fruits are higher in sugar, albeit natural sugar.   And some vegetables are more “starchy” than others.  Both fruits and vegetables contain carbohydrates. Eat fruits and vegetables that are lower in carbohydrates. Low carb fruits and vegetables are absorbed more slowly, thus avoiding a spike…

Wellness Wednesday: Enjoy A Cool Refreshing Glass of Lemon-Cucumber-Mint Water

I recently went to a medical conference that served water that was spiced with lemons, cucumbers and mint. I was reaching for a glass every opportunity I had.  The “water cocktail” was delightfully tasteful, refreshing and invigorating.  I became curious. I had to research what it was about this lemon-cucumber-mint combination that made it so appealing.…

Wellness Wednesday: Get Your Veggies On

Vegetables are a great source of nutrients and provide multiple health benefits. Adding vegetables to your diet may reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.  Also, a diet high in vegetables helps you to lose weight and maintain weight loss. Nutrients and Health Benefits Most vegetables are naturally low in calories and are nutrient dense.…