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Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Fri, 2012-02-03 16:57

There's No Free Lunch: Say No Thanks to Samples and Leftovers

Do you know people that make lunch out of supermarket samples like the ones served at Costco? Or, do you know anyone that will eat the last slice of pizza or cake instead of letting it "go to waste"? Well I do: my parents and many of my friends! And while I understand that the economy is not booming, our waistlines are.

Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Wed, 2012-02-01 17:42

Warehouse Emporiums: Good for Your Diet or Not?

It seems to me that warehouses, such as Sam's Club, Costco and BJ's, have gotten a bad reputation when it comes to shopping for nutritious wholesome food. I've heard various media outlets as well as friends and family blame these bulk food vendors for contributing to the fattening of America. They liken the large packages of food to our growing waistlines; however, I am not sure that I completely agree. I do realize that there are a tremendous amount of oversized, fat and sugar laden foods in these stores, but I also find that I can purchase some of my most nutritious food staples at budget friendly prices at these wholesale chains. The fact is that you have to be savvy and know what you are looking for when you walk into one of these emporiums.

Submitted by Mari on Tue, 2012-01-24 17:04

Seven steps to flat abs!

Mari's Advanced Criss-cross

Everybody wants flat abs. It’s hard, especially as we get older. Things happen to our waistline that we have no control over. It seems to me, the older I get, in order to keep my body in shape I have to eat less and workout more! Here's the good news—Pilates works. Because everything we do in Pilates is focused around the Powerhouse. It is nice to feel a little burn once in a while to make you feel like you are doing something. I designed this Advanced Criss-cross to bring a new twist to a tried and true Pilates move.

Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Sun, 2012-01-15 18:01

Warm Up with 100 Calories or Less!


One of the things that I hate most about the winter is that cold feeling I get on my insides. And sadly, the healthier I eat, the colder I feel. While I haven't found any scientific proof, I do find that my clients who are losing weight feel colder than those people who are simply eating whatever they want (and most likely gaining weight). So in order to fight back from the cold while staying on a healthy meal plan, I've come up with a few simple 100-calorie-or-less warming recipes that will heat you up from the inside out. Take a look below and you'll find that warming comfort food does NOT have to be fattening.

Submitted by Mari on Mon, 2012-01-09 11:21

Envisioning The Body You Want

It is a New Year and the expectations of a better year, and a better you are high! We all keep in our minds eye what kind of shape we would like to be in – you can make it happen.

Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Tue, 2012-01-03 15:32

Cut the Fat!! Five Easy Ways to Reduce the BAD Fat in Your Diet

The GOOD vs BAD Fat

Do you remember the "fat-free" craze of the 1980s? I do, and I still chuckle when I see food companies marketing their products as "fat free," claiming that the absence of fat must make that given food "healthy." We now know that fat is not as evil as we had once believed. And in fact, some fats are considered "superfoods." However, the story doesn't end there. There are still "bad" fats, and those bad fats, which include saturated fats and trans fat, should be avoided as much as possible in our diets.

Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Wed, 2011-11-30 06:24

Beets: A Fabulously Festive Addition to your Holiday Meal

I must admit I am having an affair with beets. I had overlooked this root vegetable for so many years, and now I am making up for it. I love to eat steamed beets, roasted beets, beet salad and pickled beets (though I'm not a fan of borsht/beet soup). Because of this, I wanted to share my favorite beet recipes with you. They are a beautiful addition to any meal, and will add a vibrant red color to your holiday table. 

Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Tue, 2011-11-01 14:49

Surprise! A Healthy Diet Will Bring More than Just Weight Loss

Don't Let Weight Loss Psych You Out

When you start a weight loss program, you may feel scared and anxious. Losing weight and learning to eat healthy are not simple, quick fixes. It takes weeks and weeks of dedication and motivation. Because of this, it is very important that you focus on more than just the number on the scale while traveling through your weight loss journey. 

Submitted by Nutritionist_Sara on Tue, 2011-11-01 14:18

Keep the Pounds Off this Holiday Season

We've all made the mistake of blowing our diet at a holiday party, or even over a long weekend, thinking that we'll "start again on Monday." But I am here to beg you to change your line of thinking. It's not worth blowing all of your hard work for a few over-the-top meals that will leave you feeling uncomfortably full from food and regret. I plead with you to try to shoot for moderation. It will make for a much happier holiday season.  

Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 2011-10-21 13:50

What to Do with Your Pumpkin!

In honor of Halloween, I wanted to share a few of my favorite pumpkin recipes that are quick and easy. The first one is roasted pumpkin seeds so be sure to save your seeds when carving your pumpkin! The other recipes are great for using your carved pumpkin post-Halloween, or if you don't want to wait, buy an extra pumpkin for these recipes.