Sweets, with their enticing flavors and comforting textures, often hold an irresistible allure. While indulging from time to time is fine, excessive sugar consumption can lead to various health issues, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. If you find yourself constantly battling sweet cravings, worry not! Here are five practical ways to curb your sweet tooth and maintain a healthier ...
In a world where we often rush through meals, multitask while eating, and mindlessly consume processed foods, mindful eating offers a refreshing approach to our relationship with food. Mindful eating is a practice rooted in mindfulness, a centuries-old Buddhist tradition that emphasizes being fully present in the moment. It has gained popularity recently for its potential to promote better health ...
After a workout session, your body deserves the proper nutrition to aid in recovery and muscle repair. What you eat post-workout can significantly impact your fitness gains and overall well-being. To help you make the most of your efforts, here are five top foods to eat after a workout.
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As the summer sun beckons, many look forward to embracing the warmth and enjoying outdoor activities. However, donning swimsuits and revealing more skin can be daunting for some. Fear not! Summer presents the perfect opportunity to embark on a weight loss journey. Beyond the sunny allure, several reasons make summer an ideal time to shed those extra pounds.
Our emotions and mental well-being are intricately linked to what we consume. Our food can influence our mood, energy levels, and overall mental health. In this blog post, we will explore some scientifically proven foods that can uplift your spirits and enhance your mood. Dark Chocolate Indulging in a small piece of dark chocolate can do wonders for your mood. It stimulates ...
Embarking on a weight loss journey entails physical changes and addressing the psychological and emotional aspects associated with it. Duke Lifestyle and Weight Management recognizes the significance of a holistic approach to weight loss and has a team of licensed behavioral health clinicians. Explore how working with a behavioral health clinician at Duke Lifestyle and Weight Management can significantly enhance ...
Eating seasonally grown foods offers many benefits that promote our health, support local economies, and contribute to environmental sustainability. In addition, when eating with the seasons, we can enjoy various advantages by aligning our diets with natural production cycles. According to Kenlyn Young, LDN, MS, RD at Duke Integrative Medicine, "Eating in season means eating fresh produce ...
By Christine B. Tenekjian, RDN, Duke Lifestyle & Weight Management Center This guide allows you to build a delicious salad that will be a nutritionally balanced, satisfying meal. Most of the salad combinations in this template are 400-600 calories.
By: Kenlyn Young, LDN, MS, RD, Dietitian, Duke Integrative Medicine. Metabolism is so confusing and frustrating, right? Common questions asked, "Why can't I lose weight? Why is my metabolism so slow?" In simple terms, "Metabolism is the internal process by which your body expends energy and burns calories. It runs 24/7 to keep your body moving, even when resting or sleeping, ...
By: Vasundhara Dambal, Nutrition Intern from North Carolina Central University and the Duke Lifestyle & Weight Management Center Nutrition Team What is Menopause? Menopause is a normal process of aging that happens 12 months after monthly menstruation ceases altogether. Ovaries produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone, which regulate the menstrual cycle. A hormonal imbalance occurs due to a ...
