Exercise is helpful for weight control on many different fronts and helping you eat less should be added to the list. New research conducted in a group of 18 normal weight and 17 overweight women found that 45 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise blunted the brain’s appetite-stimulating responses to pictures of foods. It is well-documented […]
If you don’t want to lose your mind as you get older, you may want to pay close attention to your carbohydrate consumption. A study from Mayo Clinic researchers found that elderly subjects who consumed the most carb foods and sugars were the most likely to become cognitively-impaired. For the study, researchers followed the diets […]
When it comes to resisting the lure of tempting, high-risk foods – choose your words wisely. In a fascinating series of experiments, researchers determined that the specific words or the “self-talk” we choose to personally shun foods we want to avoid can make a dramatic difference in our success. The investigators found that simply saying […]
Dr. Ann and her Family all adore this recipe. Go spaghetti! Ingredients: 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 (8-oz) container sliced baby bella mushrooms 2 tbs EVOO Multigrain (Barilla Plus) spaghetti noodles 96% lean ground beef or ground turkey breast ½ (6-oz) can tomato paste 1 (29-oz) can tomato sauce […]
Is your sweet tooth going crazy for some Halloween treats? Watch this video on how to curb your cravings before digging into that bucket of sugar. RELATED Nursing Your Sweet Tooth [INFO GRAPHIC]
In honor of National Food Day (today, October 24th), be sure to watch my short video to learn why you should eat your fruits and vegetables. Hint: It’s for the phytochemicals! Click to Watch RELATED Veggies with Healthy Fat [VIDEO] Roasting Veggies [VIDEO]
As the weather starts to turn colder, kick off the Fall with one of my favorite cold weather recipes. This one feeds a crowd so it is perfect for when you entertain a crowd from some football games. Dr. Ann’s Hot & Healthy Superstar Chili – for a crowd Serves 35-40 people – Great for a […]
As a mother of 4, I know that getting kids to eat their veggies can be a challenge. Here are some tips that have proved effective in my household. Go Stealth. Shred veggies (or buy them already shredded) carrots, zucchini, cabbage, broccoli, etc. and add to meatloaf, spaghetti sauce, lasagna, and baked goods like muffins […]
Thanks to a new scientific analysis, it appears that coconut water can rightly claim its reputation as Mother Nature’s sports drink. Coconut water is the clear liquid harvested from young green coconuts and is now available at many grocery outlets and health food stores. Researchers analyzed the components in coconut water relative to those in […]
In a first-of-its-kind study designed to tease out the most effective behavioral strategies for reducing caloric intake, scientists uncovered some valuable weight loss wisdom. The evaluation was based on data from 123 overweight, adult women who were assigned to one of two arms of a controlled 12-month weight loss study. After monitoring a wide range […]
A generous handful (1 oz.) of mixed nuts – I love the Kirkland’s Extra Fancy Mixed Nuts® from Costco. 2/3 of a cup of Greek plain yogurt with ½ tbs of almond butter and 1 Tbsp. of blackstrap molasses (I use a ramekin) A large, fresh carrot dipped in hummus Food Should Taste Good® brand […]
When it comes to body fat and health – it’s all about location, location, location. Over the past decade, studies have been pilling up showing that the fat deposited within the belly (visceral fat) isparticularly dangerous, especially in terms of metabolic dysfunction and boosting cardiovascular risk. In a landmark new evaluation- marking the first study to examine […]
