Nutrition Articles and Blog

A Mindful Approach to Eating Through the Holidays

April 7, 2012

With the spring holidays of Passover and Easter upon us, it is easy to become overwhelmed with all the delicious foods that surround us. From Cadbury Eggs to chocolate covered matzah, tempting treats line the aisles at the grocery store—creating … Continue reading →

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Choose Cherries For Your Health

March 12, 2012

With the LA marathon around the corner, this week’s nutritionbite is dedicated to all of you runners out there who are looking to get a “nutritional edge” on fueling up for your runs and reducing exercise-related inflammation after them. Being … Continue reading →

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Trimming down the Super Bowl Splurge

February 3, 2012

You probably don’t want to hear about all the fattening, indulgent foods that you should be avoiding during the Super Bowl game this coming Sunday. However, after reading some of the following statistics, you may just be convinced to make … Continue reading →

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Top 12 Snacks for 2012

January 9, 2012

The following are my favorite snacks to ring in the New Year with – enjoy! 1)     Roasted seaweed strips– when you are craving something salty and crunchy (and low-calorie) this is the perfect snack! An entire package contains just 60 calories … Continue reading →

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Calcium Does a Body Good in More Ways Than One

December 20, 2011

Calcium has always been touted for its role in building strong bones. However, it has also been in the spotlight for a completely different reason – its role in fat metabolism and weight loss. A few research studies had suggested … Continue reading →

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How to Have a Healthy Halloween (without giving up candy!)

October 19, 2011

With Halloween around the corner, we are likely to start seeing gummy bears, M&Ms, starbursts, candy corn and lots of other sugary treats popping up all over supermarket and convenience store shelves. These candies are not just high in sugar, … Continue reading →

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“Shrooms”: Who Knew They Were So Good For You?

September 30, 2011

CONCEPT Shrooms, more formally known as mushrooms, are an often-overlooked vegetable. Most people only view mushrooms as a tasty addition to a salad, soup, or side dish. However, mushrooms actually contain a wealth of nutrients, and recent research highlights some … Continue reading →

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July 4th Barbequing Basics

July 3, 2011

The July 4th holiday is synonymous with the word barbeque! Whether you will be throwing a shindig in your own place or going to a friend’s party, you should stock up on the following food essentials to make it a … Continue reading →

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The Raw Foods Movement

June 17, 2011

The raw foods movement has been rapidly gaining popularity over the past 10-15 years. Raw food magazines, books, food catalogs and even restaurants have popped up all across the U.S. Devotees of this movement claim that switching over to raw … Continue reading →

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Dairy Foods: Are They Essential to Prevent Osteoporosis?

May 12, 2011

It is common knowledge that dairy products are good sources of calcium and that eating a diet rich in calcium can reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis (a thinning of the bones). Despite these well-known facts, some individuals still opt … Continue reading →

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