Category Archives: Medical News

Spring Clean Your Wellness Routine

Winter months are full of holiday parties, family gatherings, and cozy nights spent next to the fire. For many, it’s easy to fall off the wellness wagon during this time of year. Not to worry. Spring has finally arrived, and … Continue reading

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Family Meal Time: Mastering the Art of Feeding the Family Jessica Dean, RD, CDN

  Does Eating As A Family Really Make A Difference In Your Family’s Health? Did you know? – children who enjoy family mealtime are: 35% less likely to engage in disordered eating 24% more likely to eat healthier 12% less … Continue reading

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Are you meeting the minimum?

  Note to self: Be as active as you are physically able. Physical activity (PA) is movement that engages the skeletal system and requires energy above basal (resting) levels. In other words, PA can be a large variety of tasks from … Continue reading

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Recipe: Sweets, Beans & Greens

This recipe is quick and easy, and makes a great lunch or dinner option to meet increased iron needs during altitude training. Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes Massaged Spinach: 1 8-ounce bag of baby spinach 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil … Continue reading

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Winter Sports Nutrition Tips

Whether you ski, run, hike, or snowboard, it’s important to note several key nutrition concerns when training in the cold or altitude. Fluid, energy, and iron needs are all increased at altitude and below freezing temperatures. Follow these simple nutrition … Continue reading

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Get Away From Your Desk and Stretch

It is time to push yourself away from your desk, stand up, and stretch. Many Americans spend OVER 8 hours a day sitting and may I add with terrible posture. You are sitting all day and then you get up … Continue reading

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Can Exercise Really Help Reduce Stress? by Hayden Riley, M.S.

Unfortunately, stress is often an inevitable part of life. With nearly 7 out of 10 adults in the US stating that they experience stress or anxiety daily, most feel that it moderately interferes with their lives as well. Even though … Continue reading

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How to Workout while Traveling! by Hayden Riley, M.S.

Whether you travel for work or for pleasure, your exercise routine can often be hindered by too much time spent in the airport, on the plane, and in a hotel. To ensure that your exercise routine doesn’t end up on … Continue reading

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Is A Meal Delivery Service Right For You? – Staci O’Connor MS, RD, CDN

  Are you short on time but want to have a healthy meal for yourself and your family?  Or do you have a limited culinary background but like to eat delicious meals?  Then a meal delivery service might be right … Continue reading

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Less is Sometimes More

Most of us have probably heard at least one of the following statements when it comes to working out: You need to suffer to see results. If you’re not “killing yourself” it won’t work. Go hard or go home. Do … Continue reading

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