I took the week off after giving birth to my son. So I thought it was time to talk about my rebirth or reincarnation from my previous life as a low fat fanatic to a balanced health guru. It has been an evolving process but it...
VALERIE’S VOICE: FOR THE HEALTH OF IT
Bethany Frankel vs. Valerie Berkowitz (part II)
I want all the hungry women who have gained more weight than Bethany Frankel did when she was pregnant to know that it's not the end of the world. You can lose the excess weight but it may just take a little longer. Yes, when it...
Bethany Frankel vs. Valerie Berkowitz (Part 1)
Bethany Frankel may be going into the Guinness Book of World Records for losing 30 pounds in 3 weeks and I think it's great. Bethany says that people gain weight because they binge. And she goes on to say that if she did not lose...
For All The Soda Drinkers (Part II)
You might find it interesting to understand how soda can affect you and why it is important to understand the foods and ingredients you put into your body. You miss the boat if you only pay attention to calories, fat or...
For all the Soda Drinkers (Part I)
In the U.S., soda is the most popular beverage around. How could you go wrong with soda? Read more to find out about the origins, birth and current ingredients in soda.
Fats: Essential Nutrients For You
Fats are essential nutrients that enable our bodies to work efficiently. Here are just some of the benefits of fat: .
Environmental Pollution is Toxic to Your Weight and Health
Can’t lose weight? Maybe you’re following a healthy nutrition plan but your diet is being challenged by environmental pollutants. Familiarize yourself with environmental toxins (see link) found that are found in products we use...
Make-Up Free and Au Natural!
Anyone who knows me understands I am not a big fan of make-up. In my mind it’s just another responsibility society has bestowed on women. Frankly, I’d rather sleep an extra half hour than slather paint all over my pores at...
Smart Carb Eating
Eating the right food is not always easy, especially when there is so much controversy amongst the experts on which foods are actually better choices. All carbs are not created equal and all fats are not created equal. My hope is...
Diet Wars: Genetics May Be The Missing Link
Genes may influence a persons risk for gaining weight and may help determine which type of diet (low carb, low fat or somewhere in the middle) someone should follow. If the science proves itself worthy, it may be your genetics...
Weight Loss: It’s Not Just Your Jeans You Need To Worry About
Not fitting into your jeans is a tell tale sign that you need to start thinking about losing weight. However, its not just your jeans that you may want to consider. Cutting edge science has revealed that your genes (genetic...
Strategies To Help You De-Stress And Get your Sleep Back
Keeping stress levels at bay is a great way to improve your metabolism and lose weight. It may be easier said than done but learning how to de-stress and getting enough sleep and rest will help your body relax. Relaxation can...
Rest Not Exercise May Help You Lose Weight
“What does rest have to do with nutrition and weight loss?” you may ask. You might be interested to know that rest has more to do with weight loss than you think.
Dr. Atkins: A Common Thread Amongst Very Insightful People (Part II)
As I was saying on my last blog, Jonny Bowden and I seem to be pretty much in the same place. No matter what “diet”, you should find a nourishing well balanced plan that you are excited about, enjoy the foods and that steers...
Dr. Atkins: A Common Thread Amongst Very Insightful People (Part I)
While working with Dr. Atkins I gained invaluable experience as a clinician because I am able to provide advice based on my conventional training (low-fat diets) and broaden my practice to include various nutritional approaches...