SEE MY COMMENTS in this health article - I teach my patients to think critically and to be aware of their food choices so they can improve their personal health journey.
Extra Body Weight and Our Brain
To learn more, read a SilverSneakers story on this topic.
Fiber rich foods - essential for good health
Read my comments and learn how to include these 40 high fiber foods on your plate regularly.
Eating Healthy As We Age
Happy to contribute to this AARP article. Eat smart!
The Science Behind a Food Coma
Happy to contribute to a Men’s Health article “6 Reasons You Feel Tired After You Eat, According to Doctors”
Thank you FLS....Love What You Do!
Honored that the Free Lance Star newspaper highlighted my long career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) on the front page of our local newspaper. There are so many ways an RDN can make an impact in healthcare outcomes. To all my patients, thank you for trusting me to be a part of your healthcare team! Here’s to the future RDNs out there!
Honored and Humbled
Last month I was surprised to unexpectedly receive the 2023 Distinguished Alumnus Award from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science College of Health Professions. The first time a Registered Dietitian has received this award! The award recognizes work, leadership and efforts in healthcare. Nutrition is a science. Thank you RFUMS!
Erythritol and Heart Disease Risk
Be mindful of what you read. Erythritol is a non-nutritive sweetener found in foods to lower their caloric content, but it is also produced by our bodies during oxidative stress and illness. Read my bottom line comment.
Top Risk Factor to Good Health
Do you know what the top risk factor to good health is? Read this WebMD article to learn more from one of my patients.
40 Foods High in Fiber
Fiber is so important - it helps in weight management, heart health, decreasing the risk of certain cancers, and in blood sugar control. Read HERE to see which foods you should consistently consume.
Does tea really help with digestion?
Which teas are helpful in managing belly bloat, body weight, and cancer risk? Read my tips in this recent article to find out.
Talking Turkey on Chicago WGN Radio
Is there a connection between turkey and Zzzzz’s? Click, listen and learn below. Happy Thanksgiving!
Thank you!
Thank you to the local newspaper for recognizing the award I received this year from the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Honored to work and serve in a healthcare profession to benefit the general public. Thank you Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics!
Eating Behaviors and Diabetes
Restrictive food choices can become unhealthy eating patterns in this chronic disease. Know the risks and the strategies for improved health outcomes by reading this diaTribe article.
2022 Virginia Outstanding Dietitian Award
I am so honored and humbled to receive this award from the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics! I have spent my career volunteering, working and advocating for improved food and nutrition public health, and have worked in a variety of capacities over the many years. Today I see patients in my private practice and teach graduate level allied health professionals; I have walked state and federal Capitol halls discussing nutrition public policy initiatives with legislators, served on committees for two Virginia Governors, and represented fellow RDNs as a state and national media spokesperson. It’s so important to love what you do; and to make a difference for others in the world! Eat Smart!
6 ways to wake up without coffee
Happy to contribute to this article. Read my comments on nutrition and lifestyle suggestions.
Thanksgiving Day Feast
Were you tired after the holiday meal? See my comments in USAToday. Might not be exactly what you think.
Spotlight
Truly honored to be the spotlight for this segment of @NutritionJobs. My grandparents pass through Ellis Island helped to create my journey. Interested in a healthcare career? Read on to see my story.
Ultra Processed Foods
Ultra processed foods can wreak havoc on our stomach and our budget. Learn more here.
Longevity and Omega-3 fat intake
Research indicates that those who live longer enjoy Omega-3 fats regularly. Read more for Omega-3 food sources.