Spring is in the air… baseball fans are excited about the new season, all the teams have just completed their spring ball and have begun their regular season. Now the games count. Hopefully the previous newsletters have you transitioning into a good groove. And like baseball, I hope you are in “full swing” to a newer and better you. Now the pre summer plans count !! Spring also translates to allergy season, so first tip of the month: How to Keep Your Immune System Strong In 2013, over […]
APRIL 2018 NEWSLETTER
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Its April, and that means warmer temperatures. With the change of season, we are soon going to be experiencing the heat and humidity. Well, what does this mean in the world of nutrition? You got it, the importance of hydration!! Not that hydration is less important in winter, however, with the heat it is often more difficult to stay hydrated. My main point is, do not rely on thirst as an indicator You should become accustomed to consuming fluids without feeling “thirsty”. Enough fluid should be consumed so that your […]
MARCH 2018 NEWSLETTER
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ILANA KATZ MS, RD, CSSD MARCH IS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH So there is no better time to focus on healthy food and lifestyle choices. What you choose to eat today, and everyday, and the exercise you engage in, will affect yourfuture well-being. First and foremost, a great start would be eating a variety of foods and Colours! Yes, eat a Rainbow a day since each colour in your food represents a different phytonutrient (micronutrients coming from plants, vitamins and minerals), and that does not mean M&Ms or skittles. Did you […]
FEBRUARY 2018 NEWSLETTER
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ILANA KATZ MS, RD, CSSD The month of February triggers ideas of Valentine’s Day, love, and hearts. So in honor of your heart, feed your body heart healthy foods for a stronger and longer life. Heart healthy diets include a large variety of fruits and vegetables, extra fiber, omega-3 fats, low amounts of saturated and trans fat, and limited cholesterol. Read up for tips, facts, and fun! Sweetness without the Guilt! Not all chocolate bars are created equal. To get the most benefit, consider those with 65% or more […]
AUGUST NEWSLETTER 2017
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Happy August Wow, can you believe we are now into the second half of the year? Time flies…. and with time, comes renewals, regroupings, recommitments to all those earlier goals that somehow waiver as we get too comfortable with them. Take a moment to rethink, and hope you are on your way to health and happiness as the second half of this year progresses. If you re not half way there, hop, skip and jump, or just break a sweat everyday !! I dedicate this newsletter to Lactose, since I get […]
June 2017 Newsletter
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June is Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month! Therefore, this newsletter is about why fruits and vegetables are so important and the recommended amount to eat. A great way to find organic, fresh and colorful produce, is visiting a Farmer’s Market. Stay tuned to find helpful links to find your nearest farmer’s market. Lastly, who doesn’t love a good salad? Hopefully you will love the recipe of the month, a simple but adventurous, nutritious and delicious hearty salad. Why Fruits and Vegetables? These inspiring foods: ¨Are full of vitamins and minerals […]
MARCH NEWSLETTER – 2017
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March is National Nutrition Month. This means the American Dietetic Association focuses attention on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. Are you still keeping your January New Year resolutions? Don’t be too hard on yourself if you answered no… statistics show that unfortunately most people fail at keeping them for more than two weeks. For National Nutrition Month perhaps set one realistic, measurable goal. For example, lose six pounds in three months. Keep it simple! Set yourself up for success! National […]
FEBRUARY 2017 NEWSLETTER
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The month of February triggers ideas of Valentine’s Day, love, and hearts. So in honor of your heart, feed your body heart healthy foods for a stronger and longer life. Heart healthy diets include a large variety of fruits and vegetables, extra fiber, omega-3 fats, low amounts of saturated and trans fat, and limited cholesterol. Read up for tips, facts, and fun! HEART HEALTHY FEBRUARY Red wine and other alcoholic beverages have been the subject of heart disease research. While the answers aren’t yet conclusive, it appears that moderate alcohol […]
DECEMBER NEWSLETTER – 2016
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Everywhere you go, you can’t help but nibble on rich holiday treats. A typical holiday meal can be 4000-5000 calories. To make matters worse, activity drops because we’re indoors. Consequently, most of us put on several pounds during the holiday season. But weight gain does not have to be inevitable. You can compensate for eating high calorie meals by increasing your activity and making wise food choices when possible. For instance, it’s easy to rake up the calories when eating snacks. Choose raw vegetable and fresh fruit with low-calorie […]
OCTOBER 2016 NEWSLETTER
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ILANA KATZ MS, RD, CSSD All around the world October is recognized as the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This newsletter is to not only to recognize those who have experiences this tragic disease, but also to show that awareness may lead to prevention, or at least being able to catch it at an early stage. Unfortunate Facts: Next to skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women today. It is also one of the leading causes of death among all women in the United States. Cancer also still remains […]
