Melanie’s Moments

Almost 45 percent of Americans make weight loss their New Year’s resolution. Increasing exercise, watching calories and including healthier foods is a fresh way to kick off a new year! [...]

Cooking a large meal for many people on Thanksgiving can be stressful, particularly when it comes to food safety.  Below are a few food safety tips that will keep your food delicious and safe for [...]

Deciding what to eat can be a challenge; throw chemotherapy into the mix and meal planning can become even more difficult. Many cookbooks have tackled the topic of menus based on [...]

Support and accountability are two essential components of behavior change and goal achievement. Sometimes it can be hard to find that right support person however now our smartphones can help [...]

Snack crackers, cookies, sweetened drinks, energy drinks and other pre-packaged or processed foods taste good in part with the sugar added to these products. Although these foods may taste good, [...]

Summer brings the season of fresh fruits and vegetables! Packed with vitamins, minerals, anti-oxidants and fiber, produce provides a high-nutrient value with fewer calories.  Embrace all the [...]

Historically, the ketogenic diet has been a therapeutic diet for individuals suffering from epilepsy however now has gained some attention as a weight loss diet.  Weight loss is seen with the [...]