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Yet another report of a new study on Intermittent Fasting (IF) has crossed my desk. IF (or time restricted feeding) is a dieting trend that includes dedicated periods of time when an individual consumes little to no calories and other times they eat as usual. Unless you raid the fridge during your sleeping hours, we […]
Holiday weight gain is no big deal…really? There are some misleading reports about the relatively small average weight gain during the holidays. On average, holiday weight gain is between ½ to 2 pounds. This sounds innocent enough. Just a few pounds that can easily be reversed when the holiday celebrating stops. Well, that is the […]
A recent research study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine answered the question: are long walks better than short walks? They followed participants for almost 10 years to examine the number of cardiovascular events and all cause mortality. The most benefit in reducing risk of heart events was a walk of 15 minutes or […]
We have all read the litany of “tips’ to “maintain don’t gain’ during the holidays including focusing on mindful eating, staying active, and planning ahead. The recommendation to eat slowly, to allow your brain to register that you are full is asuggestion that is frequently made. Many of the tips, like “avoid grazing” are common […]
A grande latte from Starbucks will cost you about 190 calories. Yes, calories cost, as you have a calorie bank just like you do money in your bank account. You only “get” a certain amount of calories each day if you are trying to maintain and not gain weight. Being mindful about how you spend […]
The late great Chef Anne Burrell famously said, “salt and pepper are not married, they are just dating.” Pretty much all you need to know about this duo is packed into that quote, however, I will elaborate. Salt (aka, table salt, kosher salt), is a flavor enhancer. It lifts the flavors of a dish and […]
The joy of the holiday season is upon us! This time of year is a wonderful time to connect with family and friends and celebrate our many blessings. For many of us, the holidays can mean a break from regular routines, reduced physical activity, eating more calorie-dense foods, increased stress and subsequent weight gain. This […]
A few years ago, pink Himalayan salt started cropping up everywhere: discount stores, grocery stores, gift shops, and gourmet shops. It is a beautiful color and is often branded as a healthier alternative to sea salt or regular table salt. Pink Himalayan salt is from a salt range in the mountains in Pakistan. It is […]
Last winter, when contemplating activities I could do with my husband, I came across bicycle tours. An internet search revealed a wide variety of tour companies offering bicycle tours all over the world. I have always wanted to see the New England fall foliage, so I signed us up for an October tour in rural […]
This issue is clearly one that many of you have an interest in. A blog posted in 2016 and updated in 2021, FIVE Ways to Avoid Gas with Beans, is one of our most read blogs. In fact, if you ask Google how to avoid gas with beans, the AI overview cites our blog. When […]