There are so many different specialty diets these days: Keto, Paleo, Vegan, FODMAP, and the list goes on. I've prescribed all of these diets to patients for different reasons over the years, as everyone has individual needs at times. After 20+ years of medical practice, including 7 years focused on food and nutrition, I have come to the conclusion that there is no one perfect diet. That being said, I love to teach and preach about the Mediterranean diet because it is as close to a "one size fits-all" plan that works.
Tips to Make Your Holiday Cookies More Wholesome
Prepare yourself for sugar season
Halloween marks the official start of sugar season. All of the candy from trick-or-treating gets us primed for the sugar feasting that often accompanies the holidays. Of course, a little sugar is a fun indulgence and makes life… sweeter, but with all of the upcoming office parties, happy hours and family feasts it is easy for our consumption to get out of hand. Understanding sugar and its impacts on your body can be a powerful tool in controlling your health, your weight, and your mood throughout the entire year.
Below is a list of suggestions that can help you minimize added sugar in your diet.
Raw Chocolate Cherry Pistachio Truffles
Many foods naturally contain melatonin, one of our important sleep hormones. Research has shown that eating melatonin-rich foods could assist sleep and provide antioxidant support for our bodies. These Raw Chocolate Cherry Pistachio Truffles will not make you sleepy, but they will satisfy your sweet tooth. They are made with antioxidant and melatonin-rich tart cherries.
Tips to Make Your Holiday Cookies More Healthy
Mediterranean Diet For Everyone
There are so many different specialty diets these days: Keto, Paleo, Vegan, FODMAP, and the list goes on. I've prescribed all of these diets to patients for different reasons over the years, as everyone has individual needs at times. After 20 years of medical practice, including 3 years focused on food and nutrition, I have come to the conclusion that there is no one perfect diet. That being said, I love to teach and preach about the Mediterranean diet because it is as close to a "one size fits-all" plan that works.