It’s one of the biggest questions we get: What should I eat before and after a workout? Today we’re Getting the Skinny with Sports Dietitian Molly Kimball on her recommendations for pre- and post-workout fueling. Factors to consider: Intensity and duration of workout Time of day What else you’ve had to eat, or plan to eat Workout goals: weight loss, muscle gains, enhanced ...
Recipes
What A Nutritionist Eats (As Seen on NOLA.com)
Friends who know me well know that I don't judge. They can eat and drink as they please without their nutritionist friend giving them the stink eye. We have an unwritten rule that I don't offer nutrition advice unless they ask for it. But apart from dinners or social events, many of these friends are also my clients, asking for guidance and noting what I do - and don't - eat and ...
DIY Almond Milk
Making your own almond milk is easier than you may think: All you need is almonds, water, and a blender, and you’re ready to go! This DIY Almond Milk can be made in a pinch with raw, unsoaked almonds, but soaking the almonds removes the skin, and also helps to break down the phytic acid, which can impair nutrient absorption. DIY Homemade Almond Milk Makes 4 one-cup ...
Matcha Green Tea Protein Bites
With matcha green tea, the whole leaves are ground into a fine powder, so we reap even more of green tea's antioxidant benefits. Adapted from the Sweet and Spicy Monkey Blog, these protein bites combine the health benefits of matcha and vanilla protein for an energizing sweet treat with the flavors of green tea and just a hint of vanilla. Protein powders are available at area health food ...
Keto Diet: The do’s and don’t’s of this high-fat, low-carb nutrition plan (As Seen on NOLA.com)
I'm often asked about popular diets, so this week and next I'm covering two popular diets - the Keto Diet this week, and Whole30 next week - including the pros, cons and my take for each. I am not advocating or recommending that we all follow these programs. While these diets - or components of these diets - may be beneficial to some, my recommendation for the majority of the population is ...
