The Unconventional Dietitian Blog
Personal stories and tips about food, health and wellness.
Unconventional Food Shopping
As it goes, there is never a way to get all of the food items I need at one store without having to make stops at multiple stores throughout the city. So one of my goals for this summer was to avoid or as reality has it, significantly reduce going to a grocery store....
Autoimmunity When the Body Attacks Itself
The body's immune system is incredibly complex. It is a network of cells, tissues, and organs which protects us from germs, pathogens and other undesirables. When the system is working properly it is great and will protect us from disease. However when the perfect...
Good Riddance Trans Fats
Not all fats are created equal. There are differing schools of thought regarding what fats are considered healthy, yet everyone agrees that trans fats have no health benefits. The Food and Drug Administration has finally concurred. Just last week they decided that we...
Summer Means…
Yesterday we paused for a moment to remember all of the people who have sacrificed to allow our country to be free. While Memorial Day has significant meaning to our country, it also serves as the unofficial beginning of summer. These warm days (ok, in Southern...
Food Journal – Keeping You Accountable
While we are all (mostly) honest people, I find it interesting that accountability is one of the things that many people need to "keep them on track." I hear about accountability when talking about exercise and food, however it also goes along with such activities as...
All About That Smoothie
Once the weather starts to heat up we all enjoy a good smoothie. If you come to my house at any point during the summer (May through September) you are certain to find one thing...homemade popsicles. I have at least 20 different popsicle molds and all of the kids know...
Cellulite and Collagen
The sun is bright and warm, the smell of the grill fills the air, and the sound of people splashing in water surrounds us. For many the idea of lounging around in your swim suit is not as enjoyable because of unsightly cellulite, the layer of fat that sits beneath...
Can You Eat Just One?
Creating change. It's always necessary, yet usually dreaded. The most effective way to create change is by creating habits. This acquired behavior pattern can become so engrained that you create the change you've been trying to achieve. There is no one size fits all...
Supplement Dispensary
