Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Recently, I had the opportunity to try Quaker Instant Protein Oatmeal. It comes in four flavors: banana nut, cranberry almond, maple and brown sugar, and apples and cinnamon. (Please note that this review is for the Instant Protein Oatmeal, NOT the Instant Fiber & Protein Oatmeal.) Depending on the variety, the protein amount varies from […]
Greetings! For this week’s post, I decided to highlight a few articles I recently read. First up, the importance of choline in one’s diet for brain health. It is a nutrient which helps build and protect brain cells. One of the foods richest in choline: eggs, specifically the yolk. See more here. Second, if constipation […]
Since I need to keep my post short and sweet this week due to a significant time commitment unrelated to my job, I decided I’d like to highlight another local business. So what happens when you start to lose weight and find yourself in need of new clothing? One recommendation I give my patients is […]
Happy Saturday! This is the first of a new category of blog posts that I will be adding to my website: supporting local businesses in Naples. I plan to highlight businesses that are related to food, health and wellness, as well as businesses that can help you look and feel your best. Of course, I […]
Anyone who has taken even the most casual glance around a local supermarket can attest that the supplement industry is big business. It seems there’s a supplement for literally anything and everything! How is one to navigate this? First, let’s start with some definitions. Dietary Supplements: any substance taken to replace missing nutrients in a […]
One of the things I continually remind patients is to stay well hydrated. With approximately 60% of the human body being water, it is a very necessary nutrient for countless processes in the body. However, for many, plain water doesn’t appeal. So today I decided to round up some sugar-free, calorie-free or nearly calorie-free alternatives, […]
Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body has trouble regulating blood sugar. Under normal circumstances, our bodies produce a hormone called insulin. Insulin – produced by the pancreas – acts like a “key” that opens up a “door” to our body’s cells to allow the glucose to enter and be burned for fuel. […]
Within the last month, I found two articles that I wanted to pass along. When I work with my patients, I not only talk about diet and nutrition, but also about getting and staying active with some form of physical exercise. I always encourage my patients to pick an activity they enjoy (make it fun) […]
I recently was considering an upgrade to my website, to make it more modern and fresh. The template I am using is pretty basic. My website gets the job done – people can learn what I do and how to contact me – but it doesn’t have any of the polish or bells and whistles […]
One of the sentiments I hear frequently from patients is their struggle with dietary temptations. Certain foods or situations seem to trigger a return to old habits, and most often my patients report feeling like failures for succumbing to these temptations. I’ve even had patients tell me after a “stumble”, they felt like cancelling their […]