Nashville Tennessee Health Nutrition Tips

Training for a race? Watch these videos to find out how to fuel up!

Fuel for the Finish Part I: What to Eat While Training for a Marathon:

http://youtu.be/nuxlPRIjbFA

Fuel for the Finish Part II: What to Eat Right Before and During a Marathon:

http://youtu.be/0JZXLPwYuac

Fuel for the Finish Part III: What to Eat to Refuel After a Marathon:

http://youtu.be/2QJ6bYUqeLA

Eye to Eye

Put healthy snacks at eye level in the fridge and pantry to make healthy choices a breeze!

The Office: Healthy Haven or Horror to Your Health?

Out of sight, out of mind. If you are going to an area of the office that takes you past the vending machines, choose a different path that does not take you by them. It will help you avoid temptations and get more exercise, too! Also, don’t bring change to work. No money means no munchie! Take a look at this week's blog for more tips on how to stay healthy at work: http://www.nashvillenutritionexpert.com/content/office-landmines-your-workplace-nutritionally-safe

A Bread by Any Other Name

I don't care what your bread says: multi-grain, high fiber, white wheat, etc. If the first ingredient isn't whole wheat flour or if it says enriched flour anywhere on the ingredient list, it's not 100% whole grain!

Health Triangle

"Health is a triangle of your mind/ positive thinking, your fork and your leg/physical activity. Are you engaging each corner?"

-Registered Dietitian and my friend, Chere Bork

Oral Allergy Syndrome

You may have Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) if you’ve noticed itching and burning in your mouth and throat after eating certain fresh fruits or vegetables. Up to 30% of people with a pollen allergy may also experience OAS. These unpleasant symptoms usually happen during peak pollen seasons. To find out more about OAS, read this week's blog: http://www.nashvillenutritionexpert.com/content/no-thanks-im-allergic

Don't Cut it Out

Be wary of any diet or eating plan that calls for you to cut out an entire food group or all your favorite foods. All foods can fit into a healthy lifestyle when consumed in moderation, the correct portion sizes, and balanced with physical activity.

Wake Up A Little Hungry...

If you don't wake up hungry in the mornings, you may be eating too much the night before! Cut back little by little on how much you eat at night and start eating breakfast and see if your a.m. appetite improves!

Problem Protein

Many people falsely believe that eating excessive amounts of protein will help them build more muscle. While protein does play a roll in muscle building, eating excessive amounts of anything, including protein will lead to fat gain.

The Power of Parsley

Parsleys abundance of phytonutrients can help safeguard your sight, and chewing on a sprig can help freshen your breath.