Ilana Katz MS, RD, CSSD Emotional (or stress) eating has always been a hot topic, mainly because one can find themselves turning to the pantry or fridge for a source of comfort, even though the appetite stimulant hormones are not active. How it can be controlled, comes with an understanding of what it is and why it happens and then developing an appropriate strategy on how it can be controlled. Recognizing signs of emotional eating may seem obvious, like feelings of stress, anger, or sadness drives you to eat. Underlying […]
IMPORTANCE OF HYDRATION
Ilana Katz MS, RD, CSSD With the Summer heat and humidity, comes the importance of refreshing hydration knowledge and deployment. Although it is important all year around, physiologically neglecting to keep up good hydration practice can result in more dire consequences in the summer months. Remember that hydration is not simply the intake of water, but strategy should include the optimal balance of electrolytes. This article is a reminder to focus on pre workout daily hydration strategies, as well as replenishing what is lost during a sweat workout, and how […]
Hyponatremia: Signs, Symptoms and Warnings
Ilana Katz MS, RD, CSSD Hyponatremia tends to be mostly associated with athletes who participate in long duration sports such as marathons and triathlons. Endurance athletes taking in water during training or an event can develop hyponatremia, a potentially life threatening condition that occurs when sodium levels drop to a dangerous low in the blood stream (below 135 mmol/L (of blood). Early symptoms may include nausea, drowsiness, confusion, headache and fatigue. These can quickly progress to seizures, coma and death if not resolved in time. Importantly, athletes are not the […]