Posted: September 9, 2020
Riding a bike is a common form of transportation in many places. There are 450,000,000 bikes in China. In Denmark, nine out of 10 people own a bike, whereas just four out of 10 own a car. Here in the United States, cycling is more often done for leisure. However, reserving it just for weekends [...] Read PostPosted: June 4, 2020
No gym required, walking is a great, simple way to exercise. It’s not about the fancy clothes, gear, or expertise, and it’s easy, cheap, and remarkably kind to the body. Walking is a wealth of wins. It’s physically pleasing and emotionally soothing. Bonus: walking to get somewhere is easier on the wallet and even better, [...] Read PostPosted: April 27, 2016
Now that winter is behind us, it’s time to enjoy all that spring offers. For a dietitian that means reintroducing fresh foods into our diets. Spring provides us with an assortment of fruits and vegetables to choose from and celebrate. When you eat in-season, you get the most flavor, the best nutritional value, and affordable [...] Read PostPosted: September 12, 2015
Fact or fiction: Heart disease kills more women each year than all forms of cancer combined. With stark statistics to back it up, it’s a fact. According to GoRedForWomen.org, while 1-in-31 American women die from breast cancer each year, heart disease claims 1-in-3. These statistics fuel the need for continued education on lowering the risks [...] Read PostPosted: April 28, 2014
On average, how many hours do you sit during the day? Think about the time you spend at work, in the car, while eating or in front of the television. According to a recent national survey, reported on by the Mayo Clinic: 50 to 70 percent of people spend six or more hours sitting each [...] Read Post