There are several events offered around the OKC metro that are free or low in cost encouraging you to be active. Take advantage of these while the weather is nice! Other free activity ideas: phone apps (example: couch to 5K), websites (example: yoga yak) or trials at a gym. Red Coyote Running and Fitness: Free […]
Here is my go-to meal when I’m not sure what I want to eat. It’s easy, nutritious, and tastes amazing! Grilled Pork Chop with Green Beans & Red Potatoes Ingredients 1 small/thin cut pork chop (3 ounces) (I add a dash of salt, pepper and smoked paprika to mine!) 1 cup of green beans 1 […]
Avocados are IN. The major fat in avocados is monounsaturated, which is considered a healthy fat when eaten in moderation. Monounsaturated fats have shown to reduce cholesterol, known to be a main contributor to heart disease. It also reduces the risk of a stroke. This type of fat is satisfying and leaves us feeling full. […]
Fast food is not your only option if you are lacking time or energy. Convenience is usually the main reason my patients are eating fast food or snacking on junk food. If this is your challenge, there are healthy options available to you. Here are a few ideas around the OKC metro that can save […]
Doc Cooks…………yes, physicians do cook, and, per the dietitian here—quite tasty and healthy! I recently enjoyed “Spaghetti Putanesco”, salad, wine, and great conversation with friends. An interesting addendum to the story, he (MD) manages his diabetes and a few cardio issues with cooking healthy, walking 4 miles regularly, managing his weight and fitness with lifestyle—a great example […]
Dairy, non-dairy…coconut, almond, soy… what’s the best option? Let’s take a look: Type of Milk Calories Carbohydrate Sugars Protein Fat 2% Dairy 120 12 12 8 5 Almond, Original 60 8 7 1 2.5 Coconut, Original 80 7 7 0 5 Soy, Original 110 9 6 8 4.5 At first glance, it may […]
INGREDIENTS: 4 zucchini, quartered lengthwise 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a cooling […]
We recently moved. Our new home has a larger dinning area which means it is time to upgrade our table. My husband and I bought our dinning room table in 2001 while living in Oklahoma. During the past 17 years that table has been moved six times in 5 different states. It is the table […]
The Minnesota Starvation Study is a famous research study conducted by primary investigator Ancel Keys. This study revealed much of what we know today about how our body responds to starvation. Taking place at the end of World War II, the current scene involved discovering severely malnourished Jews that had been held captive in the […]
Studying nutrition has been an interesting and exciting journey. Before starting school and even a little way into my classes, I remember hearing about every nutrition claim in the media…and not knowing how to feel about nearly all of them. “Does this really work?” “Is this just popular talk or is it actually scientifically based?” […]