Too much sugar??!!

Too much sugar??!! Americans eat 130# of sugar a year! This graphic is a very effective way to show we are eating way too much.  If you want to cut back and need help ask me about our programs; including RD Detox!  

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Gluten Free Burgers

Gluten Free Burgers Although you want to be careful with the condiments, The Counter now is offering a full gluten free menu. Send me your favorite Bay Area restaurants with great gluten free options!

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Sleep Deprivation = Fatty Food intake

Sleep Deprivation = Fatty Food intake This is a small study, but I see it in my clients all of the time.  When you don’t get enough SLEEP your body looks for energy in FOOD; and often high fat food because it contains more calories.  Unfortunately you can’t make up on lack of sleep by…

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Say NO to Diet sodas

Say NO to Diet sodas MORE research to compel you to drink something other than products sweetened with artificial sweeteners. Water!  Tea!  More Water! OK to use a little agave nectar or stevia!

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21 Day Detox – Day 20!!!

Yesterday was Day 19, I ran a 5K; which was awesome!! My husband commented that he is feeling so much better and his joints aren’t aching  Yay! Last night I made homemade chicken stock and today used it to make Chicken Noodle (gluten free) soup.  Yum! Dinner was Shrimp Scampi, such an easy dish:  Olive…

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21 Day Detox – Day 18

This week I wore 2 pair of pants that previously were ‘a little snug’ and now fit perfectly.  It’s amazing what removing a few foods can do to change the way you look, think and feel! Last night for dinner I made my favorite Lemon-Rosemary chicken; it is so EASY and fabulous flavor.  I always…

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21 Day Detox – Day 16

I’m SO excited about the weight loss for the Detoxer’s group.  57 pounds for those that have reported.  It’s and average of 6# in the first 2 weeks!  Congratulations! I am feeling full of energy!  I’m up a little later but am able to sleep later as well so I’m still getting my 8 hours…

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21 Day Detox – Day 14

Today is football playoff Sunday!  Went for a 3 mile run at half time of the 49ers game! I’m making sure to stay very hydrated and drink my Detox tea. Next Saturday I’m going to run the Coyote Hills 5K! As promised here is one of the recipes I made this week: Julie’s Turkey Pasta…

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21 Day Detox – Day 12 and 13

Well, apparently I can’t count. I missed blogging on January 13th so didn’t count that day! Yesterday, the 18th I made an amazing ground turkey pasta sauce with rice pasta, literally off the hook.  I’m posting recipes tomorrow! Today, which is Day 13, I enjoyed a 6 mile walk in the city and found detox…

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21 Day Detox – Day 11

YAY!  Congratulations to everyone participating in the detox program; we’re halfway! I did the detox last year about the same time and LOST 15 POUNDS; I was hoping to get rid of the 5-8# of winter weight but actually lost MORE and got down to the weight I was in my 30s which was awesome.…

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