Healthy Eating
Top 5 Holiday Nutrition Myths Keeping You from Enjoying the Season (and Your Food)
There’s so much to look forward to during the holidays, like spending time with loved ones, drinking hot apple cider and hot cocoa, decorating your home, and buying gifts you know the kids will love. But our favorite part? The delicious food and holiday treats! However, if you’ve been working hard on your goals this…
Read MoreHealthy Treats for Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, and your kids are probably itching to get their hands on their favorite candies. Tangy Sour Patch Kids, chocolatey York Peppermint Patties, classic candy corn – there’s something for everyone. Many families choose to reduce sugar consumption in their house, whether because of health reasons or a desire to…
Read MoreSigns Your Child Might Need to See a Dietitian
As parents, grandparents, and even as dinner guests in homes with children, we’ve heard those familiar words at mealtime: “I don’t like it!” You may even remember saying those words yourself as a child. Most kids grow out of this phase, expanding their palates and developing a taste for healthier foods. However, some children struggle…
Read MoreObesity: What It Is and How You Can Maintain a Healthy Weight After 50
September is Obesity Awareness Month, making it a great time to spotlight one of the leading health issues in the U.S. Obesity affects people of all ages, from children to adults, and can seriously impact your health. As we age, managing our weight becomes more challenging as our bodies slow down and burn calories less…
Read MoreDoes Hydration Support Healthy Aging?
Discover how staying well-hydrated can support graceful aging. You probably already know that our bodies are mostly water. Water supports nearly every bodily function, and without it, our bodies can’t function at their best. More importantly, as we age, the role of hydration becomes even more significant, impacting different aspects of our health and wellness.…
Read MoreIt’s National Nutrition Month!
We are excited to see the month of March arrive. Did you know that March is known as NationalNutrition Month? That’s right, there is a month dedicated to nutrition, and as a dietitian, I amready to celebrate. Nutrition is not one-size-fits-all, it is an individual plan that is designed with you in mind. We allhave…
Read MoreWelcome to our Aging Through Wellness Blog
What are the benefits of group classes as we age? Everyone knows the physical benefits of group classes. A person that exercises in group classes regularly gets stronger, more flexible, and healthier. But are there any hidden benefits? Of course, there are! As we get older, group classes actually become even more beneficial. …
Read MoreHealth at Every Size – Understanding the HAES Movement
As a woman who has been living in a fuller size body for about ten years, I began to question the theory that smaller is better. As a young woman I never worried about my weight, but once I saw the number on the scale climb, my perspective changed. Just like the numbers did. Last…
Read More7-Years of Growing – what I’ve learned
Well, here we are, May 2022, and it has been a journey for this small business the last seven years. I never thought that after seven years, I would be writing a blog/newsletter like this one. Some of you who are taking the time to read this, have been with me and Restoring Bodies for…
Read MoreLet’s Celebrate Food & Nutrition
Can you believe it? March is knocking at the front door and if you open it, there it is. March is an exciting month. For some it means new life is emerging and the sun doesn’t set as early in the evening. For me as a Dietitian, it means the month that nutrition and healthy…
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