Eating before going to bed does not by itself promote weight gain. However, not only can eating before bed promote acid reflux, but we tend to eat more calorie dense “comfort foods” in the late evening hours. As a general rule, the biggest percentage of your calories should

Yes, most people do need to drink the equivalent of 64 oz. of water every day for optimal health. Adequate water consumption promotes more efficient metabolic processes, and naturally flushes fat and toxins from the body. However, remember that you need the equivalent of 64 oz. of 

No foods actually burn fat. Caffeine can speed up the metabolism temporarily but will not cause weight loss by itself. Our staff of registered dieticians will tell you that there are such things as Super Foods, which are foods that pack a powerful nutritional punch and help

First, you should be looking at the whole picture, which includes three numbers: calories, fat calories and carbohydrates. Calories will vary depending on your height and weight, but as a general rule 1000 to 1200 is a good target daily calorie intake if you are a woman trying

People frequently ask me about carbohydrates (carbs).  Mostly they ask if they need to eat any at all, or at least if they can cut down as much as possible.  My answer?  Absolutely not!  Carbs, which turn into glucose (sugar) in your blood stream are your cells’ main fuel source