Nutrition
The Buzz about Antioxidants
Posted: Feb 12 in Weight Loss by staffPart of functional medicine is understanding the healthiest choices that you can make for full-body wellness. When you look at what this means in terms of dietary choices, fruits and vegetables are pretty high-up on the must-buy list. While fruits and veggies have long been known as the healthy champions of the grocery store, there are some items that have started getting even more attention thanks to their high level of antioxidants. [Read more]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: NoneTips on Going Gluten Free
Posted: Dec 08 in Weight Loss by staffIn the past five years the idea of going gluten free has gained a lot of publicity and attention from both sides of the aisle. There is always a fad diet that grabs people’s attention and marks an era in weight loss ideas, and some argue that this is what the gluten free industry is accommodating. [Read more]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: NoneEating Right Doesn’t Have to be Complicated
Posted: Jun 09 in Weight Loss by staffFor many people, the thought of eating right can seem complicated and overwhelming. The truth is that eating healthy can be fairly simple once you understand the basics. [Read more]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: NoneCalorie Basics: The Key to Weight Loss
Posted: May 07 in Weight Loss by staffIt doesn’t matter what the latest celebrity weight loss gurus say, the science behind losing weight is making sure calorie intake is less than calorie output. Consuming nutrients provides the body with energy for the metabolic process, which is measured in calories. Fats supply nine calories per gram, while proteins and carbohydrates contain a little less than half of that. While some diets stress proteins and fats and others recommend lots of carbs, dieting relies on making wise reductions in the total number of calories you eat. [Read more]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: NoneElimination Diet to Remove Toxins
Posted: Aug 13 in Lifestyle and Behavior by staffOne of the simplest yet truest health-related aphorisms is this: “You are what you eat.” Quite simply, every food or beverage you consume has an effect on your body and your health, and every day, you could be making food choices that are having a very negative effect on your health and even your lifespan. [Read more]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: NoneHere Comes the Sunflower
Posted: Jun 03 in Weight Loss by staffWith a host of nutritional benefits, products made with sunflower seeds are becoming welcome alternatives Summer is here and with it comes one of nature’s most delicious flowers. Famous for their luminous color and towering stalks, sunflowers produce seeds that are commonly eaten as a salted snack, but did you know that sunflower seeds can […]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: NoneNutritional Intelligence
Posted: Oct 25 in Functional Medicine by staffHow much do you know about supplements? Questions like, “which ones”, “how many,” and “how often” usually top the list. If you find yourself confused, overwhelmed, or even under informed, don’t worry-you’re not alone There’s a lot to consider when it comes to choosing, purchasing, and using the right supplement to add to your diet. [Read more]
Tagged: Nutrition | Comments: 4 responsesTop 10 Herbs to Fight Free Radicals
Posted: Jun 30 in Functional Medicine by staffChances are there are a handful of herbs growing in your garden or hanging out in your spice cabinet that can help you improve your health by fighting free radicals. [Read more]
Tagged: free radicals, Healthy Living, Nutrition | Comments: NoneCutting Down Refills for Medical Weight Loss
Posted: Mar 20 in Weight Loss by staffUnlimited refills. Bottomless bowls. All you can eat buffet lines. Each of these things are common in our American culture. [Read more]
Tagged: Healthy Living, Nutrition | Comments: NoneCooking for Weight Loss
Posted: Feb 25 in Weight Loss by staffIf there is one thing that most people can agree on when it comes to weight loss in Rochester Hills, MI, it is that eating healthy at a restaurant is hard to do. [Read more]
Tagged: nutrient diet, Nutrition | Comments: None