Sep 14, 2011 | Uncategorized
How many snacks should I eat each day? “Most women need to eat at least every three to four hours to fend off hunger and keep their bodies functioning optimally,” says Keri Gans, a dietitian in New York City. So if you’re eating three meals, that means two snacks—one...
Sep 7, 2011 | Uncategorized
You Overestimate the Calories You’re Burning People often think that because they’re exercising they can eat more. “Maybe you’re getting hungry now that you’re exercising, but it does not give you an excuse to eat what you want,” says Keri Gans, RD, author of...
Sep 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
You are what you eat? Maybe not, but you do feel what you eat. Research suggests that certain foods affect mood—for better or worse. Dietary changes can trigger chemical and physiological changes within the brain that alter our behavior and emotions. “Most...
Aug 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
“In many instances, people feel desperate to lose weight, says New York-based Registered Dietitian Keri Gans, MS, RD, author of The Small Change Diet, also published this year. Some overweight people feel stigmatized, and others fear obesity-related...
Aug 24, 2011 | Uncategorized
In less time than it takes to watch another rerun of The Office, you canblast calories and increase your chance of a long life. Just 15 minutes of exercise a day can extend your life by 3 years, according to recent research from Taiwan. The study tracked more than...
