Author Archives: karenplcdietitian

3 Tips for Staying Happy & Healthy this Winter!

Posted on January 26, 2015 by karenplcdietitian

Consider a Vitamin D supplement With fewer daylight hours and the bitter cold keeping many of us indoors, our natural production of vitamin D is much lower in the winter months. Low levels of vitamin D may cause issues with … Continue reading →

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White Bean & Artichoke Salad

Posted on January 8, 2015 by karenplcdietitian

If you are trying to add more beans into your diet, try this recipe as it uses white beans, which are protein-rich and full of vitamins and minerals. They are also an excellent source of dietary fiber. 3 cups white beans, … Continue reading →

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Ring in the New Year by Making Small Changes

Posted on January 6, 2015 by karenplcdietitian

By Staci O’Connor MS, RD, CLC, CDN If you didn’t make your New Year’s resolution yet, it’s not too late. Keep in mind, don’t try to repair your entire diet in just one day, instead try to make small changes … Continue reading →

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Winter Salad Recipe

Posted on December 19, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

The ingredients for this recipe are all readily found during the winter months.  Plus the fruit, nuts and olive oil in the salad make it compliant with the Mediterranean diet.  The olive oil and nuts contribute heart healthy fats and … Continue reading →

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Eat a Mediterranean Diet to Age Well!

Posted on December 17, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

By Debbie Jeffery, RDN LD A study, published in the journal BMJ, suggests a Mediterranean diet may guard women against aging at the cellular level.  Women in the study who ate more Mediterranean foods, such as vegetables, fruit, nuts legumes, … Continue reading →

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Turkey & Greens Wrap

Posted on November 26, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

Use your Thanksgiving leftovers in a healthy way with this recipe! Serves 2 Ingredients: ½ avocado, mashed 2 tsp. dijon mustard 2 (8 inch) whole wheat tortillas 2 cups spinach leaves (rinsed & dried) 4 slices of turkey breast (about … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on November 26, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

Happy Thanksgiving from Princeton Longevity Center!  As you probably realize, if we’re not careful, holidays like Thanksgiving can wreak havoc on our waistlines and can throw us off track with weight-loss/weight control efforts. Keep the commitment you’ve made to yourself, … Continue reading →

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Arthritis and Heart Disease

Posted on November 20, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

Contributed by John A Rumberger, PhD, MD, FACC Patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or psoriasis are at an increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events when compared with the general population, according to findings from a large cohort study. All … Continue reading →

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The Polypill

Posted on November 17, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

by John A. Rumberger, PhD, MD, FACC There is no question that the introduction of statins into the drug armamentarium has produced untold benefits in lowering the LDL cholesterol values as well as lowering the ‘risk’ of developing heart disease.  I … Continue reading →

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Fennel, Beet and Orange Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette

Posted on October 28, 2014 by karenplcdietitian

With beets now showing up more frequently on the stand at your local farmer’s market and with citrus fruits becoming more available at your local grocery store, this Fennel, Beet, and Orange Salad with a cumin vinaigrette will be the … Continue reading →

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