Last week when I was teaching my Weight Loss Class in Virginia, a lot of discussion ensued during and after the class regarding emotional eating. The holidays increase anxiety about food and they encourage grandiose weight loss attempts for the New Year. I also think orthorexia is more prevalent than ever before. I’m not a…
First of all, I want to apologize for being so remiss as of late! In the past I planned my absences and had posts prepared. This week I wasn’t as prepared. Don’t worry, I have not lost my passion for this blog! In fact, I love blogging each week. And can you believe that December…
A friend of mine recently lost her job after working for a company for seven years. I sent this video to her and thought I’d share it with you as well. I know a lot of companies are laying people off these days, Daryn Kagan was one of those people. After 12 years of reporting…
‘Tis the season for shorter days, less sun and the potential for holiday blues. Some people slide through the winter months with ease while others seem to struggle. Johns Hopkins Medical Institute defines S.A.D. as: Episodes of depression that occur during certain times of the year when there is less sunlight, usually beginning in November…
On Monday I encouraged you to avoid artificial sweeteners and I promised a list of sweeteners that are slightly better than simple sugars (white sugar, brown sugar, turbinado sugar, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, sucrose, fructose, maltose and sorbitol). Here is that list. Stevia- A sweet South American herb that has been used safely for centuries….
It’s no secret what my opinion is regarding artificial sweeteners – I DO NOT LIKE THEM! Sorry, I just don’t. I know there are dietitians, nutritionists, personal trainers and doctors who give the thumbs up to those little pink and blue sugar packets – I’m just not one of them. The International Journal of Obesity…
