How I Eat: Mary Wissman

How I Eat: Mary Wissman

I think there are so many misconceptions out there about how dietitians eat (thank you, internet). Here are a few, that I can say with certainty, are false. Myth #1: Dietitians only eat health food. I like all food. I choose mostly vegetables, fruit, whole grains,...
Shrimp Stir Fry with Peanut Ginger Sauce

Shrimp Stir Fry with Peanut Ginger Sauce

This peanut ginger sauce has a special place in my heart. My 7-year-old son helped me make it. Inspired by Kids Eat Right month  and their initiative to get kids in the kitchen, I asked my son if he wanted to cook with me. I was prepared to be turned down. Jack hasn’t...
Workout Weight Gain

Workout Weight Gain

How is it possible? You’ve been consistently exercising, but instead of weight loss, you are are experiencing workout weight gain?  It’s understandable that you’re both frustrated and surprised with the lack of results.  You’ve increased your exercise, so why...
Mistakes in the Making: Letting Go of Perfectionism in the Kitchen

Mistakes in the Making: Letting Go of Perfectionism in the Kitchen

Mistakes in the Making… I was recently advised to start making more mistakes, on purpose. Why would a therapist encourage me to set up mini failures, not only for myself, but for my kids as well? I’ll explain. About three years ago, my husband and I noticed our...
Five Healthy Lunch Box Ideas!

Five Healthy Lunch Box Ideas!

Time to dust off those brown bags or bento boxes. School’s back in session. Are you on the hunt for healthy lunch box ideas? I’m kind of lucky, I guess. My son wants the SAME lunch day after day. But in August, not only do we celebrate back to school, we...