You might think trying to lose weight would garish all kinds of support from family and friends. After all, who wouldn’t want to see you improve your health and well-being? Yet, in a recent national survey, women trying to lose weight said their worst enemies are the people they are closest to and love the [...]
Avoid Food Poisoning—Wash Your Grocery Tote
April 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Here’s a great new survey that highlights the potential dangers lurking in your reusable grocery totes and how to avoid possible food poisoning. LESS THAN 1 IN 6 AMERICANS FREQUENTLY WASHES GROCERY TOTES INCREASING RISK FOR FOOD POISONING CHICAGO – Reusable grocery totes are a popular, eco-friendly choice to transport groceries, but only 15 percent [...]
Ask the Doctor
April 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I had some GREAT questions last week during my first-ever Facebook Q&A on the Doctor’s Detox Diet page (www.facebook.com/DrsDetoxDiet). Thank you to everyone who participated! In case you missed it, here are some of the highlights. Please check out my calendar at www.doctorsdetoxdiet.com, or follow me on Twitter (@DrsDetoxDiet) for more upcoming LIVE Facebook chats. [...]
Instant Motivation
March 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Even when you are fully committed to exercise, there are times when you need a jolt of inspiration. It could be workout boredom, a bad day, or any other barrier you can’t push through. During these episodes, try these four motivational tips. They work for me. 1. Make a Date Establish a standing date with [...]
Love Me Some Legumes
March 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I love beans and legumes, also sometimes called pulses. They are versatile (you can add them to almost any kind of meal) and rich with protein (about double the protein of wheat and three times that of rice). Legumes are also a low-glycemic-load carbohydrate, which means they don’t cause blood sugar levels to spike, and [...]
More from Facebook Q&A
March 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
In case you missed last week’s First Watch Facebook Q&A, here are some more highlights. “I know there is still a lot of research to be done on the subject of newer artificial sweeteners, but I’ve heard it’s better for your body long term to get the natural sources. Would a packet of table sugar [...]
Fat-Free Isn’t Calorie-Free
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More Facebook Q&As
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Facebook Q&A
March 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you missed my Q&A this morning on First Watch’s Facebook page, here are some highlights: “Some people recommend fasting (or eating just one food) for a few days as a means of weight loss—is this a good idea?” The way to get all the nutrients your body needs, like vitamins, minerals, protein, carb and [...]
To Build a Compost
March 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
I am a strong believer in not wasting food and that includes what I throw away. Your waste need not go to waste. Save those craps and leftovers from meal prep to build a kitchen compost. This regular practice not only reduces the amount you throw away, but it helps you form a deeper connection [...]
