This Is How I Hydrate
What Should I Drink? This is one of the most common questions that I am asked. Whether you are trying to kick a soda habit or simply need to hydrate, finding something interesting to drink is a...
View ArticleNutty Smoothie
Looking for a higher protein option for a quick breakfast? Striving for diet that is higher in protein is a good idea for people trying to lose weight, those who have PCOS and those who are trying to...
View ArticleGreen Drink
I wake up really early. I’m embarrassed to say how early! I used to wake up, have coffee, workout, get dressed, and then eat… by the time I sat down to breakfast I was starving, edgy and impatient....
View ArticleDistilled Alcohol and Gluten, Part 1
Is distilled alcohol from gluten-containing grains, e.g. vodka or whiskey made from barely or rye gluten free? The short answer is yes. I believe that they are gluten free based on the fact that...
View ArticleDistilled Alcohol and Gluten, Part 2
In part one of this discussion, I provided information from the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG), the Celiac Sprue Association (CSA) and The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) regarding the gluten...
View ArticleResource: Wine & Gluten for those with Celiac
Wine is made from grapes and so it is naturally gluten-free. However, some varieties of red wine may be aged in oak barrels that are sealed with a wheat paste. Should this matter to those with celiac?...
View ArticleMake Your Own Sport Drink
The endurance exercise season is here! El Tour de Tucson is in just a few weeks and the Tucson Marathon is coming up in December. I’m speaking tonight with the kids participating in Junior El Tour....
View ArticleCherry Hemp Smoothie
Hemp milk has a smooth, creamy texture and contains amino acids that support the immune system; hemp is also an environmentally-friendly vegetarian source of protein and essential fatty acids. It is an...
View ArticleBest Reusable Water Bottle
Did you know that dehydration is associated with mood swings, fatigue and higher levels of hunger? Often I hear from clients and patients that they didn’t realize how poorly they felt until they began...
View ArticleThe Hard Line on Alcohol
When talking about breast cancer and alcohol, we must talk about habitual drinking. The occasional glass of wine here and there does not have any impact on cancer risk. However, drinking alcohol...
View Article