I recently was asked to provide guidance to a mother on one of the Facebook health and fitness pages that I follow. She had a 2 month old and wanted some tips on losing weight.   Having a newborn in the home myself,  I regarded her question with personal interest. Over the last few years, we have seen an increased desire for new […]

I have said it once and I will say it again, “the diet that works is one that you will stick to FOREVER!” You see, long term weight loss has never been achieved by following a restrictive diet that banishes you from eating your favorite foods. Such a diet is a temporary fix to a long […]

The number of weight loss fads that are available through the internet, magazines, friends and other outlets are numerous. It almost appears as though everyday someone is cooking up a new idea and selling it as the best way to lose weight quickly. As a dietitian, I am not a big proponent of these “diets.” […]

It is such a clever play on words but it is true, “ A waist is a terrible thing to mind!”  You mind your clothes as they do not fit as well as they used to. You mind seeing your reflection in the mirror, because you do not like what you see.  Then you mind going to the doctor’s office because you […]

Whenever my mother served us “dessert” this was one of the options she loved to make. Pawpaw (papaya) is the star of this salad and in addition to providing wonderful taste, it’s  rich yellow color indicates a high in carotene- antioxidants that help the body fight diseases.  In addition, pawpaw boasts high vitamin C, folate, magnesium and fiber content.  These […]

A quick note to reader: I did a quick search and even asked my facebook friends for the English name for what I like to call the “International African Food.” From sadza to isitshwala, pap, nshima, ugali…there are various names for this staple…but the English names I have encountered are “Thick Porridge” and ”Dumpling”…..not very appeasing to say […]

You have once again decided to lose weight before the end of the year.  You are watching the latest infomercials, hoping to purchase the gadget that will magically melt the fat away while you sleep.  Your kitchen pantry overflows with low-carbohydrate foods, many of which are remnants of last year’s diet in which you lost […]