by DebbieJ MS RDN | Apr 25, 2019 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home, Nutrition |
Question: I have a question about starchy carbs. I was reading an article online that said to eat starchy carbs (i.e. brown rice, sweet potatoes) only on days when I lift weights or do cardio. It said to avoid them on rest days and stick with veggies for carbs on...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Mar 19, 2019 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home, Nutrition
Question: I am wondering what you recommend for a diet to lose 10 lbs. in 2 weeks when I work out every day on the elliptical for 1 hr. I know I should do calorie counting, but I was hoping to adjust my diet to eat foods that promote weight loss. – Lou G....
by Fitness Contributor | Mar 8, 2019 | All, Fitness, Home, Wellness
“Take control of your health. How you or your body responds to something may be very different from your friend, neighbor or the gal standing in front of you at the coffee shop, so try not to worry or compare yourself to others. You have only one life to live,...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Dec 11, 2018 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home, Nutrition
Question: What should start with if I want to learn with nutrition? My focus would be weight loss. – Ricardo E. Answer: We already have a primer for you! Our previous post Let’s Talk About the Basics: Carbs, Fats & Proteins includes the nutrients that...
by DebbieJ MS RDN | Nov 20, 2018 | All, Ask Our Dietitian, Home, Nutrition
Question: I heard that to lose weight bananas are not recommended. My go-to food to replenish energy, vitamins, and minerals is a banana and water after my work-out. Do you have any other recommendations? – Josh A. Answer: The notion that bananas are not good...
