by Lauren Papanos, MS, RD, CSSD | Updated Nov 8, 2024 | Nutrition
The prevalence of obesity and the decline in food quality are on the rise in America. It is estimated that approximately 42% of American adults have a body mass index (BMI) classified as obese. As obesity rates increase, so does the consumption of processed foods and...
by Lauren Papanos, MS, RD, CSSD | Updated Oct 1, 2024 | Healthy Lifestyle
The bookends of your day are crucial for establishing healthy habits. These key times—the first hour after you wake up and the last hour before you go to bed—are ideal for habit formation because they occur before and after your other responsibilities, such as work,...
by Lauren Papanos, MS, RD, CSSD | Updated Aug 1, 2024 | Weight Loss
When aiming to lose weight, it’s crucial to focus on fat loss rather than just overall body weight. Opting for fat loss is key to achieving better health outcomes and improving body composition. By adopting targeted practices in your weight loss approach, you can...
by Lauren Papanos, MS, RD, CSSD | Updated Jul 2, 2024 | Diabetes, Healthy Lifestyle
Meal planning is one of the best ways to ensure you have nutritious and prepared meals available for every life and health scenario. According to a study in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, meal planners have been shown to have...
by Lauren Papanos, MS, RD, CSSD | Updated Jun 11, 2024 | Healthy Lifestyle
Summer is quickly approaching which means the thought of how to look your best for that upcoming beach trip is quickly setting in. As the days get closer, the pressure to achieve your ideal beach body strengthens. With a simple internet search you can easily find...
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