http://susanmitchell.org/blog Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:08:03 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Did you know that March is National Nutrition Month and today is Registered Dietitian Day? I want to give a shout out to Registered Dietitians. They are committed to improving the health of our communities and our country. As the nation's food and nutrition experts, registered dietitians bring food and ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/03/whats-your-salt-iq-part-1-the-salty-facts/ Last Sunday I was a guest on America's Garden Rebel. Vince Sims, the Garden Rebel, said he is drinking almond milk. Mike, our producer, wasn't familiar with almond milk. Are you? What is your take? The name almond milk is a little misleading because almond milk is actually a dairy-free ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/03/the-news-on-nuts/ Do you enjoy a good green salad? I do. Is your salad mainly leafy greens or do you go overboard and create a nutritional nightmare? Not hard to do at a lot of salad bars, is it? Everything seems to call your name and tempt you. How ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/02/three-tips-to-build-a-healthy-salad/ Do you have days when exercise just isn't happening? The mind is willing but your jammed schedule is not. I know I do. Then you're going to like this research. The Harvard Alumni Health Study found that climbing stairs at a moderate pace burns calories faster than walking on level ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/02/speed-demon-try-interval-training-for-the-calorie-burn/ Hi everyone! If you've been listening to me for a while, you know I'm a self-proclaimed chocolate lover. I've never met a chocolate that I don't like. I adore dark chocolate and enjoy tasting a variety of flavor profiles. In fact, I just heard that Orlando is having The Festival ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/02/ive-never-met-a-chocolate-i-didnt-like/ The buzzwords 'inflammation' and 'anti-inflammation diet' continue to garner a lot of attention in the nutrition world so it's time to give you an update on the latest information that may affect your health. Inflammation can be good or bad. It's good if it's acute or short term such as ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/02/update-on-the-anti-inflammation-diet/ This may come as a shock but did you know that children as young as six suffer from body dissatisfaction coupled with eating disorders? Eating orders have emerged beyond anorexia and bulimia. Even during pregnancy, women may need to be screened for disordered eating. Joining me on this week's podcast ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/01/pregorexia-the-eating-disorder-you-need-to-know-about/ It's the third week of January. Have you thrown your New Year's resolutions in the trash yet? Many people have by now. That's one of the reasons I'm not a fan of diets. I like small and simple changes that don't overwhelm you. Life can be overwhelming enough. Weight is ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/01/a-powerful-portfolio-for-your-heart/ Ali Vincent was the "one to watch" on Season 5 of TV's popular reality show, The Biggest Loser. She won the competition while viewers watched her amazing transformation from overweight and discouraged to fit and inspiring. As a nationally and internationally ranked synchronized swimmer, Ali never thought she would have ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/01/believe-it-be-it-with-tv%e2%80%99s-the-biggest-loser-ali-vincent/ Happy 2010! Thanks for starting off your New Year with me. OK, let's get right to it. This year do you want to hear those magical words.... "Have you lost weight?" How about a little more energy too? Many of you email, ask questions and share ... http://susanmitchell.org/blog/2010/01/cyber-weight-loss-club-share-your-story/