Healthy Mexican Food at Chipotle

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I tend to associate Mexican food with too much grease, cheese and spices (and yes, maybe too many margaritas!) It happens to be one of my least favorite cuisines. I’ve often walked by the Chipotle restaurant in my neighborhood, but… Read More »

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My Lobster Dissection to Calculate Calories

  I love lobster! So on my recent vacation to Martha’s Vineyard, I decided I would indulge in a 2 pound lobster. I know that lobster is a great choice to order in a restaurant. However I had always been… Read More »

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BBQ Slimming Tips

Happy 4th of July! I bet a lot of you will be firing up the grill this weekend or heading out to a BBQ. There is nothing tastier than foods fresh off the grill… ribs, burgers, steak.  No shocker that… Read More »

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Delicious Healthy Dining at NYC Rouge Tomate

 Looking for a healthy and delicious meal that is served in a beautiful spacious environment? And better yet, one that serves seasonal locally sourced ingredients? Then check out Rouge Tomate! I had the pleasure of dining with Natalia Hancock, RD,… Read More »

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Healthy Eating on Road Trips

  Many of you will be hitting the road this summer for some much needed vacation time. However long hours in the car,  boredom, traffic, screaming children and tempting fast food restaurants can lead to trouble for some of us…bad car snacks… Read More »

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Calories in Pita Grill Restaurants, NYC

Looking for a healthy lunch or dinner? Most city girls and guys don’t spend too much time in the kitchen, so of course we are always on the lookout for healthy options! Check out Pita Grill  for sandwiches, salads and platters… Read More »

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Chicken Teriyaki Lunch: Healthy Choice or Not?

I was tired of the same old 1/2 turkey sandwich and small soup special for lunch. So I decided to try a teriyaki chicken lunch special at my local Japanese restaurant. Being the curious nutritionist I am, I had to… Read More »

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Is Pizza Really that Bad?

So what do you think is the unhealthiest food you can eat – cheeseburgers, french fries, Chinese food, donuts, candy bars or pizza? The USDA (the food police … and I’m not referring to Mayor Bloomberg) has stated that pizza… Read More »

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40 Nutritious Snacks That Won’t Blow Your Diet

You’ve smartly planned your oh-so-nutritious snacks, but sometimes that plain Greek yogurt or handful of raw almonds just isn’t what you’re looking for in an afternoon or after-dinner treat. Whatever you’re craving, one of these 40 snack ideas is sure… Read More »

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Breakfast on the Run at Subway

No time for breakfast again? So you grab a bagel or muffin on your way to the office. Yikes …too many calories and no fiber or protein to keep hunger in check! The good news is that there are now… Read More »

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