Learn how my family includes donuts and other sweet treats into a balanced diet. Plus find out why we choose to include sweet treats in our diet. Hi Friends! If you follow along on my Instagram account, you may notice that I frequently post pictures of my family or I eating donuts (or one of […]
Mindful Eating
5 Nutrition Tips to Get Your Family Heart Healthy
This post is in honor of National Heart Month! Despite the fact heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in both women and men, few Americans take precautions to prevent it. A recent survey conducted by Cleveland Clinic found approximately 1/3 of those surveyed are not taking any preventive measures for heart […]
Should Food Be Used As a Reward?
© Stuartmiles | Dreamstime Stock Photos &Stock Free Images Have you ever found yourself saying one of these phrases? “If you finish your veggies you will get dessert.” “I had a really hard day at work, so I deserve a sweet treat after work.” “If you make a good grade on your test we will go out […]
Can Lighting and Music Affect Calorie Intake?
Photo: Stock Free Images Calorie control is not just about watching the foods you eat, but should also focus on environmental and behavioral factors. In a previous blog entitled “Does Cutting Your Food Matter When it Comes to Portion Control?” I discussed how behavioral habits during mealtime can decrease portion sizes. A multitude of studies have shown […]
Does Cutting Your Food Matter When it Comes to Portion Control?
The answer is yes! Better portion control here we come! Recent research suggests that cutting food into smaller pieces can provide greater satiety. The study performed at Arizona State University in the Psychology Department observed satiety patterns in 301 students. The students were either given a whole (uncut) bagel or a bagel cut into pieces. […]
Family Meal Conversations
The food has been cooked; the table is set, your family is at the table – now what? Well, of course, it is time to eat, but what is spoken during meal time is more important than you realize. Meal times may be one of the few times during the week your family is able […]