As a lover of summer and everything that comes with it, the threat of winter can be somewhat depressing. Not only does the change in season mean colder weather, but it can also mean less variety in the fruits and […]
Portion distortion is one of the main reasons why so many Americans are struggling to lose or maintain a healthy weight. It is also the main reason that people fail on their kidney diets. Finding perfect portions of the foods […]
The Alkaline Diet-Risks or Benefits? One thing we can always count on in America is that, if the Atkins, Zone, South Beach, Cabbage Soup, Blood Type, Volumetrics, and/or Gluten-Free Diet haven’t worked for you….you will shortly be bombarded by […]
Along with summer’s end and the change of seasons, our new schedules also start to reveal themselves. For me, it’s school days, which means early mornings, and days filled with lunch/snack making, homework, playdates, new rounds of activities (soccer, dance, […]
For the most part, extensive dietary restrictions are not necessary for people on peritoneal dialysis. It generally depends upon, how often you do exchanges, volume of exchanges and type of solution used. Your peritoneal dialysis diet will most likely consist […]
It’s Farmers Market Season! One of my favorite times of the year! There is nothing better than gathering up the kiddos on an early Saturday morning and heading to my favorite Farmer’s Market! The kids love it too! There is […]
Today is National Running Day! As a runner, your diet is important not only for maintaining good health, but also to promote peak performance. As a kidney patient AND a runner, proper nutrition and hydration can make or break a […]
As a dietitian, I am always on the look out for new and “exciting” food items to add to my family’s menu. What I discovered this time around at the grocery store might just be that exciting addition that I […]
Today’s blog is definitely written for the shock factor. It’s meant to make you go Ewwwww….!!! It’s meant to make you aware of not only what you may be eating, but also, what’s been eating you. If I haven’t laid […]
Credit: bit.ly/13MPDEc Servings: 4 Ingredients: 1/4 pound raw sugar snap peas 1 peeled and sliced Hass avocado 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper Preparation: In a […]