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Beginner’s Guide to MyFitnessPal

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One of the questions I hear the most from our nutrition clients is how to best count and track macros easily and efficiently, and I almost always refer them to the MyFitnessPal (MFP) app. I’ve used MFP for quite a long time, so I have first-hand experience with how powerful a tool it can be for helping you stick to your plan while working towards a healthier lifestyle. Let’s call this blog post a “Beginner’s Guide to MyFitnessPal.”  If you’ve never used a tracking app before, it can be a little daunting and a bit confusing to set up. That’s why I decided to create this mini-tutorial to explain how MyFitnessPal works and how to effectively use it. I hope it’s helpful to those of you who are just starting out or who need a little refresher. I promise that once you begin using MyFitnessPal, it will become second nature. You won’t even have to think twice when logging meals and snacks. Plus, having a central place to track your macros and store your go-to meals makes it much easier when

Dear Mark: CBD Edition

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For today’s edition of Dear Mark, I’ll be answering your CBD questions from the past few weeks. CBD, or cannabidiol, is exploding in popularity, but there are many unknowns. People have a lot of questions and there aren’t many definitive or comprehensive guides, so today I’ll do my best to make sense of it. We’re all piecing things together based on limited data—which, I suppose, is the fundamental human experience. Let’s go: What’s the difference between hemp and CBD? Hemp is a (recently legalized) industrial form of cannabis used in the production of paper, textiles, clothing, biodegradable plastics, and overpriced Bob Marley shirts sold along Venice Beach. Hemp seed can be eaten (and is a fantastic source of magnesium, one of the best). Hemp is the plant. CBD is cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in both hemp and cannabis. Unlike THC, CBD won’t get you high. Due to legal issues, most big name online retailers won’t allow sellers to list “CBD oil” or “CBD” prod

Meet Coach Lauren Creasy, RDN, LDN

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Meet Coach Tina Haupert, PN Level 1

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Mother’s Day Revolved Around Food

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My boys treated me to THE BEST Mother’s Day on Sunday. Much of the day involved eating, drinking, and be merry. Let’s just say Mother’s Day revolved around food… and, of course, spending time with my boys. I actually think it was my favorite Mother’s Day yet! The morning started with all sorts of awesomeness, including a Mother’s Day song that Quinn sang to me as well as a bunch of presents – golf lessons, a shark koozie, and Hershey’s Kisses. Quinn said part of my present was also tucking me in the couch with his stuffed animals (“Tiny Eagle, Pinch-y, Bobo, and Daffodil”) and blankets (“Geet and Noonie”) and eating chocolate. The kid knows me so well! 🙂 Speaking of knowing me well, Quinn also made me this: After that, we headed to Lucky Finn Cafe for breakfast. It’s one of my favorite places, so it was an easy choice for Mother’s Day! 🙂 And, of course, I couldn’t ask for better company. I ordered the “Figgy” sandwich (fig spread, cheddar, bacon), which was incredible. Yum

Meet Coach Christina Lombardi, MS, RD

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2019 Food Trends: What You Need to Know

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The past year has brought about many new nutrition trends: coconut oil by the tablespoon, celery juice for breakfast, matcha flavored everything, golden coffee and tea, and CBD tinctures. What is worth taking and what should you approach with caution? My dietetic intern Emily analyzed five nutrition trends over the past year, sharing some tips and advice to keep in mind. (Hint: the answer is always variety and real food!)  1. LOCO FOR COCO Coconut oil has been at the forefront of nutrition trends over the past several years. It has been hailed for its anti-inflammatory effects from the presence of lauric acid, its natural moisturizing abilities, its anti-microbial properties, and its stability when cooking at high temperatures. Although coconut oil does have some really great properties and health benefits, it is still a saturated fat and here is what you need to know: TREND ADVICE Any saturated fat in excess can lead to high LDL and low HDL levels, wreaking havoc on your cardio

Clean Eating Date Butter Recipe

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This date butter is wonderfully sweet and wholesome spread for your morning toast! If you’re looking for something to add a little flare to your morning toast, this cinnamon date butter could be the… Read more → from The Gracious Pantry http://bit.ly/2vX7aeN