I’ve been meaning to share an update on my life post-LEAP Dietary Program, and can you believe it’s been 7 years since I wrapped up the LEAP ImmunoCalm Dietary Program in 2017? Time flies! I think it’s about time I fill you all in on my health journey since my last blog post, “My Life…
Eating for reasons other than hunger is a nutrition and health-related behavior I have encountered with myself and when working with patients and clients. I’ve eaten foods when I’m not hungry to soothe the pain or hurt and feel better. This can be a natural way of comforting ourselves however if this behavior happens all…
Let’s face it, preventing weight gain is a common concern for many people, and seeking advice from a registered dietitian is a great step towards maintaining your desired weight. Truthfully, getting older may make it difficult to stay the same size you were in your 20s or even 30s. Plus, gaining weight around your midsection…
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Lactose-free milk is real dairy milk just without lactose, a type of sugar found in dairy products that can be difficult for some people to digest. I’m one of those people who cannot digest lactose and avoid milk, ice cream, and some yogurt brands because it causes bloating and gas. The difference between lactose-free milk…
This month we are celebrating the achievements and history of Black Americans as part of Black History Month. Food and nutrition are a part of our business and profession so I want to highlight foods from our Southern culture and African ancestors. You may have been told soul food is unhealthy. In fact, some think…
Is eating an anti-inflammatory diet important for people living with arthritis? In the United States, 24% or 58.5 million people are living with arthritis according to the CDC. That means you or someone you know has arthritis. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis (tissues in the joint break down over time). Other types of…
Processed foods have gotten a bad rap. We have been told to avoid processed foods because it causes heart disease, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and many other chronic illnesses. But did you know processed foods aren’t just a bag of potato chips, a cheeseburger meal at your local fast-food restaurant, or a box of…
I wanted to write a blog post about my life after the LEAP Dietary Program. It’s been 3 years since I completed the LEAP ImmunoCalm Dietary Program in 2017. I can’t believe it’s been 3 years! I thought it was time to give my readers an update about my health journey since a lot has changed…
September is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) awareness month. A time to raise awareness about issues related to polycystic ovary syndrome. I wanted to highlight this health condition because more women are contacting me to help them lose weight, reduce sugar cravings, and reduce other PCOS related symptoms. Here’s a brief overview of PCOS. What is…
