Detox Tea Trend

If you've spent any amount of time on Instagram, Facebook or even Twitter, you've probably seen at least one of these "detox teas" floating around. There's brands such as Fit Tea, BooTea, Skinny Mint and Slim Tea. All of these brands promise one thing - lose weight fast with little effort! Now, I know how that sounds. "I can just drink this tea and I can lose 5 pounds? Great!" We're adults and we're busy and not everyone has time to cook every meal or go to the gym 3 times a week. We may strive for that but it doesn't always work.

In this day in age, we're all about convenience and a quick fix. Especially when it comes to our health. I know several people who think if they eat healthy for a month or two, they're going to have long term results. That's not true what so ever. Healthy eating is lifestyle change - not a phase we go through. To maintain our results, we need to maintain our routine and what got us there.

Which leads me to ask, what happens when you finish your tea? Almost every "teatox" brand offers a two week plan or a four week plan. I have a feeling that if these teas actually worked for you, once you ran out you'd have no choice but to keep repurchasing them. From what I've read, these are usually meant to reduce bloating to give the appearance of a slimmer stomach. But what if we just eliminated from our diet what causes that bloating? High amounts of sodium, soft drinks and even dairy can cause bloating.

Let me know down below what you think. Coming from a dietitian my opinion is a little biased. I truly believe almost all of our weight issues can be fixed with a diet change. But I want to hear from you guys, have you tried any of these teas or other drinks? Did you see a difference and how long did the results last?

Friday Fact - Halloween Candy Edition

Healthy Halloween

Halloween is just a week away! That means lots of candy and sugar for our kids. Don't get me wrong, sweets are okay in moderation but a sugar binge isn't good for anyone. Especially for a kids' little bodies. So I've found some healthy (but fun and cute) alternatives. These are all great for a Halloween party! 🎃🍬


https://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-halloween-treats-for-kids.aspx#02

https://www.prettymyparty.com/healthy-halloween-snack-ideas/nggallery/image/healthy-halloween-snacks-boo-pops/

Healthy Chipotle Burrito Recipe!

Happy Monday, guys! I hope everyone is having a great morning. Last night, I was craving a burrito bowl from Chipotle so bad. Even though Chipotle is a healthier option in comparison to other places, most of their meals contain lots of sodium and calories. So I did a quick Google search and found an alternative recipe. It even looks like a burrito bowl from Chipotle. Check out the recipe down below. It's what I'll be having for lunch today!


http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a46525/skinny-burrito-bowl-recipe/?visibilityoverride

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Recipe Alert!

Here is another recipe perfect for fall. It is a chicken and gnocchi dumpling soup full of protein and veggies and is great for warming you up as it gets colder. It almost looks like a twist on the traditional chicken noodle soup. Yummy! Let me know if you've tried it.

Find the recipe here: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/chicken-gnocchi-dumpling-soup

Re-Blog

Are you having trouble staying motivated during your diet? I've found a post by Woman's Day that I think will help a lot of people. I'll link it below and let me know what you think!

http://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/nutrition/a5776/12-ways-to-stick-to-your-diet-123115/

Friday Fact

As a dietitian, I come across all walks of life with my clients. Between meal planning and educating individuals on what they need, I can confidently say this, THERE IS NO PERFECT DIET FOR EVERYONE. What works for your best friend or even your husband, most likely will not work for you. And that is okay. Every single person is different and what they need will vary. 

Some things will stay consistent in every diet. Drink your water, don't live off of fast food and eat your fruits and veggies. That's about it. A lot of my clients have diet restrictions like lactose intolerance, vegan or vegetarian and food allergies. So again, what may work for one person, might not work for you at all. The perfect diet is what helps you feel better and what shows you the results you are looking for. 

So keep this in mind next time you're looking at the newest diet trend you see circulating on the internet. With the help of a dietitian like myself, you can find the right diet plan for you. 



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Autumn Pumpkin Chili Recipe

It's October! That means chilly nights, pumpkin patches and cuddling up next to a bonfire. It also calls for fall time recipes! The first one I'm bringing you is a healthy pumpkin inspired chili. This dish will be perfect for one of those cold nights with friends or family. Plus, it's low in fat, carbs and sugar but high in protein. Yummy! 

Let me know if you have tried this one. 🎃


https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/autumn-pumpkin-chili

10/02/2017

It's Monday, everyone. Unfortunately, there will not be a Monday Motivational today. This morning I found out about the tragic event in Las Vegas, Nevada that occurred last night at the Jason Aldean concert. My heart is breaking. My thoughts are going out to everyone affected by this. I cannot imagine the hurt and fear experienced by the concert-goers and their families. There are no words for what happened. Let's all come together and remember the victims. More love, less hate.

October Health Awareness

• National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
• National Down Syndrome Awareness Month
• Eye Injury Prevention Month
• Health Literacy Month
• Healthy Lung Month
• Home Eye Safety Month
• National Physical Therapy Month
• Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month
• Spina Bifida Awareness Month (promoted by the Spina Bifida Association)
• Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• National ADHD Awareness Month