SOMETHING IS OFF

SOMETHING IS OFF

I hear this all the time “I just don’t feel right” “something is off” “my hormones must be out of whack”. Does everyone tell you it’s in your head, do doctors tell you there is nothing wrong? You know your body better than anyone else – if your intuition is telling you something is off, then it probably is!  We believe you and are here to help

The History of Intuitive Eating

The term itself was coined by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch in a 1995 book called “Intuitive Eating”. They fleshed out the concept, and came up with guidelines, however the movement began in the early 1970s. In 1973, Thelma Wayler a Registered dietitian took over an...

SHOULD YOU ELIMINATE FOODS TO IMPROVE PCOS?

SHOULD YOU ELIMINATE FOODS TO IMPROVE PCOS?

Have you heard that food elimination can help you if you have PCOS?  I will tell you why eliminating food groups, and restricting foods can be problematic. "Don’t eat this, it will make you feel worse... Only eat this many calories and you will lose weight... try...

YOUR TOP 5 NUTRITION QUESTIONS ANSWERED

YOUR TOP 5 NUTRITION QUESTIONS ANSWERED

What should I focus if I want to control my weight? You should focus on total calories, but don’t get too crazy counting. You can start by keeping a log so you get an idea of what you are eating on a daily basis. People hate to do this and it can be annoying, but it...

How To Manage YOUR PCOS

  I am a dietitian who works with women to help balance their hormones naturally with diet and lifestyle changes. Many women come to me with a PCOS diagnosis feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to start.  So let's start here! What is PCOS? PCOS is polycystic...

THE TRUTH BEHIND SOY

The seesaw popularity contest over soy has constantly been an ongoing debate among foodie skeptics. Is soy good for me or will it increase my risk for chronic disease or cancer? The question of whether soy is the superman or kryptonite to your health is reviewed in...

New Year – New Diet Resolutions

By: Deborah Shteierman, Student As the New Year rolls in, many of us are taking on new resolutions, or even renewing our commitment to old ones. For some, those resolutions include a commitment to changing unhealthy eating habits. Set yourself up for success by...

Gluten Sensitivity May Actually Not Be Gluten

Guest Post By: Dietetic Student Deborah Shteierman Gluten free is all the rage right now, but it’s not the only wheat protein that’s getting a lot of press these days. Amylase-trypsin inhibitors (ATIs), also known as ATIs, make up 4% of wheat proteins. The latest...

Three Key Components of a Healthy Diet

Three Key Components of a Healthy Diet By: Deborah Shteierman Part of living a healthy lifestyle is eating a nutritious diet that provides your body with the nutrients it needs from wholesome foods. Whether you need to lose weight or simply maintain a healthy weight,...

Know Your Greens

By: Deborah Shteierman, Dietetics Student We have all heard “Eat Your Greens” but do you “Know Your Greens?” Green leafy vegetables provide a range of essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, and are low in calories. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics...

The Rundown on Protein Powders

The Rundown on Protein Powders By Dietetic Student Deborah Shteierman While most dietitians believe that we should get most of our nutrients from food the protein powder industry is still booming. While meat is an excellent source of protein, it comes along with...

Is Alkaline Water Beneficial ?

We all know the importance of drinking water. But what if water had other benefits than just keeping you hydrated? Ionized water, also known as alkaline water, claims to do just that. As they taught us in chemistry class, pH is the measure of acidity or alkalinity of...

…Radishes??

My mom used to put radishes in our dinner salad every night, and I would pick them out! So when I saw them in my CSA box this week I was not thrilled.   It seems that my farmer is also not a huge fan but recommended a feta and herb dressing/pesto,  that I...

Jeffrey H Testimonial

A letter of thanks. Madeline, How are you doing? I just wanted to check in with you and let you know that I am still doing well and I am now down to 268 lbs. I am still eating right and getting plenty of exercise. My wife and I walk every day between 5 to 8 miles...

Debbie S. testimonial

A letter of thanks. I met Madeline Basler several times over the last 10 years through family. This is an important piece of information, because after I was in her company each time, I felt inspired. She was always happy, had a smile on her face, looked fantastic and...