Sodium is a BIG problem in our diets now more than ever before. Over the last thirty years or so there’s been a major shift in the foods most American’s eat on a daily basis. Everything has become focused on being quick and easy. Look no further than the skyrocketing sales in fast food restaurants for your proof. I guess it’s a by-product of a society that’s always in a hurry and can’t slow down for anything, even to eat! (more…)
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Archive for January, 2010
Tips On Reducing Sodium In Your Diet
Wednesday, January 20th, 20102009 Charleston Biggest Loser Contest Winner
Thursday, January 14th, 2010Congratulations go out to Elisa Large the 2009 Charleston Biggest Loser Contest winner. She won the $500 grand prize for the biggest change in body composition over the twelve week contest period that ran from September 25, 2009 to December 22, 2009.
The contest included coaching tips, nutrition e-books, and exercise instruction from myself to help the participants lose weight. Proceeds from the contest totalling $920 is being donated to Louie’s Kids, a local non-profit organization that helps fight childhood obesity. (more…)
Breaking Your Addiction To TV
Wednesday, January 13th, 2010The American Heart Association released a study this week reporting that people who spend more than four hours in front of the TV daily have an 80 percent increased risk of cardiovascular death. While it’s no surprise that people who watch a lot of TV have increased health risks due to inactivity this is a staggering number.
Health experts are often heard making suggestions like “take the stairs at work,” or “park farther away in the parking lot.” This doesn’t even begin to address the root of the problem and our country’s growing obesity epidemic is proof these strategies are failing. (more…)
Insulin Resistance
Monday, January 11th, 2010When it comes to weight loss insulin is one of the most important hormones in the mix. The majority of people who are overweight have some degree of what’s called “insulin resistance.” This is where the body no longer responds to insulin as it should and becomes insensitive to it. The end result is the fat storing switches being left on and the body programmed to send energy to fat cells instead of muscle cells. In this post I’m going to explain the main reasons why insulin resistance occurs and your best strategies on reversing it. (more…)
Low Calorie Misconceptions
Monday, January 4th, 2010With the start of New Year’s resolutions food manufacturers are not surprisingly focusing their ad campaigns on weight loss. A primary focus will be on the calorie content of their products. While calorie content is important don’t be fooled into thinking it’s the only factor you should consider. Low-calorie foods are not always your best option especially when they’re processed or refined. In this post I’m going to show you how to spot some of the misconceptions in commercials and ads so you can make informed decisions with you diet. (more…)