Monthly Archives: February 2013

Portion Control Tools: Precise Portions

Portion control is one of the best ways to manage your weight and keep your calories in check.  There are many ways to control portions from using measuring cups and spoons to comparing food portions to objects (3 oz protein = a deck of cards).  As a dietitian I find these methods time consuming for […] Continue reading

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Chocolates and Red Wine for Valentine’s Day: Heart Healthy or Not?

  Chocolate and red wine, are both popular treats on this “Day of Love”.  In recent years there have been reports regarding the positive health benefits of both.  So what’s the scoop?  Does eating chocolate and or drinking red wine protect you from disease?? Both red wine and chocolate are made from plant material:  red […] Continue reading

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