All Calories Are Not Created Equal

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I am a firm believer that in order to lose weight, you need to cut back on your caloric intake. But just abiding to the “calories in, calories out” train of thought can lead to not-so-healthy food choices. So this leads… Read More »

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Come to Martha’s Free NYC Lecture May 1st

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There is nothing more frustrating than being unable to button your pants or zip up your skirt for no apparent reason! I bet a lot of women out there between the ages of 45 and 55 know what I’m talking about. The “change” we go through also… Read More »

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Prevent Weight Gain as You Age

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You’ve done nothing different with your food or exercise regimen, yet your body is changing. Guys have traded in their six packs for man-handles and women are sprouting muffin tops.  In the past you could diet for a few weeks and… Read More »

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75 Healthy Lunches for Under 500 Calories

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If you’re the typical New Yorker, you grab lunch on the run every day. Some of these healthy sounding lunches can unknowingly pack over 900 calories. Or perhaps you play it safe by eating the same old turkey sandwich or… Read More »

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Will Eating Chocolate Help You Lose Weight?

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Have my dreams come true? According to a new study, we can eat chocolate every day and lose weight. I am a chocoholic so this news is very appealing! So now I all have to do is to dispense chocolate… Read More »

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8 Ways to Prevent Job Related Weight Gain

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You work long hours, feel stressed out, have minimal time for the gym and often grab a not so healthy lunch to eat at your desks (or skip it totally!) To make matters worse, you frequently find your office full… Read More »

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8 Tips to Eat Your Way to Better Health

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March is National Nutrition Month and it is the perfect time to reflect on the kind of fuel you put into your bodies. Read on to learn my 8 simple tips to improve your diet. This blog post appeared on… Read More »

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Top 10 Heart Healthy Snacks

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Snacks get a bad rap for being “junk” food. And most processed snacks fit the bill! But some snacks can actually lower your blood pressure and cholesterol and decrease your risk of heart disease.  I’d like to share some of… Read More »

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Do You Get Hungry after Drinking?

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It happened again last night … my “post cocktail munchie syndrome”. I met a friend for dinner and of course, a few drinks (two to be exact). We ate a lot of sushi and sashimi and I was full. But… Read More »

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Confessions of a Dietitian: Flavored Workouts

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Read this great post from my colleague, Tracy Northam, on her struggles with exercise. I have a confession. I am a dietitian, and I am human.  It may shock some people that not all dietitians eat perfectly all of the… Read More »

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