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  • Does protein make you feel full? 

    Does protein make you feel full? 

    Background There are two kinds of protein: 1) essential and 2) non-essential. Essential Protein ( also called essential amino acids) means your body can’t make it, and you need to get it through food. A non-essential protein ( also called non-essential amino acids) means your body can make them. If you ever heard of high… Read more

  • What is the proper portion of food?

    What is the proper portion of food?

    Plate Smarter, Not Bigger: Mastering Portion Control Portion vs Serving Size A “portion size” describes the amount of a food or beverage consumed in one eating occasion, for example, one plate of dinner at a potluck. This is different from the “serving size” on the nutrition labels you see in the grocery store. The serving… Read more

  • Ice Cream and Nutrition: Can you Have Both?

    Ice Cream and Nutrition: Can you Have Both?

    I love Ice Cream Who doesn’t love a scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day (or any day, really)? Whether it’s classic vanilla, rich chocolate, or caramel, it is a treat that brings joy with every bite. But if you’re mindful of your nutrition, you might wonder—can ice cream be part of a… Read more

  • What is the First Tip to Start Weight Loss?

    What is the First Tip to Start Weight Loss?

    Where do you Start? With so many fad diets, weight-loss programs, influencers, supplements, peer advice, and gimmicks out there promising quick results, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. With all these recommendations I wanted to address probably what is the hardest part about weight loss, where to start. If you have been… Read more