Nutrition can be confusing
There's a lot of info out there about what to eat, what not to eat, when to eat, and what supplements to try. At Bodymetrix we understand there is no one size fits all approach to health. We take into account your unique schedule, food preferences, health history, and goals to create a specific plan for you.
Healthy Trail Mix Ideas
By Heather Irwin, MS, RD, LDN |
August 31st just so happens to be National Trail Mix Day. (I know what you’re thinking. There is a day for everything, right?) Trail Mix is a perfect snack to eat on the go or at home. It does not require refrigeration, so it can be tucked away in your office desk drawer or packed…
Diet Mentality and Health
By Heather Irwin, MS, RD, LDN |
For some people, letting go of that diet mentality is like letting go of their security blanket. It almost becomes their identity. I hear people all the time say that they have “been on a diet as long as they can remember.” Letting go of diet culture does not mean you are letting go of…
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
By Heather Irwin, MS, RD, LDN |
If you are starting to have a plethora of zucchini in your garden and looking for ways to use them, these air fryer zucchini chips are an easy, delicious side dish or snack! Serve them plain or with marinara sauce for dipping. Or, if you prefer ranch dip, try them with Lauren’s yummy Protein-Based Ranch…
Reject the Diet Mentality
By Heather Irwin, MS, RD, LDN |
You may have heard this before, but diets don’t work. I see this over and over again in my office and with family and friends. Everyone gets excited to start a new program. It’s shiny and new and something to focus on, but (there is always a “but”) over time that newness wears off and…
Strawberry Banana Baked Oatmeal
By Heather Irwin, MS, RD, LDN |
Are you looking for an easy grab and go breakfast for yourself or the kids? In the fridge, these oats will stay fresh for up to five days. Keep them in an airtight container. You can also freeze baked oats. To do so, cut the oatmeal into individual servings. Then spread out on a baking…
10 Principles of Intuitive Eating
By Heather Irwin, MS, RD, LDN |
1 – Reject the Diet Mentality Get rid of diet plans/programs that offer you false hope of weight loss. Diets simply don’t work. 2 – Honor your hunger Feed your body with healthy fuel with adequate energy and carbohydrates. Otherwise, once you reach the level of being overly hungry, all thoughts of moderation go…
No Added Sugar Banana Muffins
By Lauren Zanikos, RD, LDN |
These simple muffins are made in a single bowl for easy cleanup and don’t contain any added sweeteners! Servings: 12 Ingredients 3 extra-large bananas or 4 regular sized, mashed 1 regular egg or 1 flax egg (1 heaping tablespoon ground flax mixed with 3 tablespoons water, let sit for 2 minutes) 1/2 cup melted coconut…
Confetti Corn Salsa
By Michelle Donovan, MS, RD, LDN |
Ingredients 1 – 15 ounce can white corn, rinsed and drained 1 – 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 medium sweet onion, chopped finely 1 medium to large red pepper, chopped finely 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar Directions Mix oil, sugar, and vinegar together in…
Managing Menopause – Tackling Hot Flashes
By Michelle Donovan, MS, RD, LDN |
As we age, one of the changes that happens to a woman’s body is the decline in estrogen associated with menopause. A whole array of symptoms follow as a woman’s hormone levels start to change. As she progresses through menopause, her risk for disease changes and we see a difference in the way weight (fat)…
