Diet

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Jorg Mardian RHN, CPT

Jan 01, 2016

Why Do We Eat Unhealthy?

Food is a huge part of our life and many of us eat for reasons other than just hunger. Maybe we graze when we’re bored, for emotional reasons, feeling run down, or any other reason food seems to call our name. In the end, we’ve all eaten something when we weren’t really hungry. That may be fine from time to time, but if we consistently overindulge, we’r…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Why Do We Eat Unhealthy?

Food is a huge part of our life and many of us eat for reasons other than just hunger. Maybe we graze when we’re bored, for emotional reasons, feeling run down, or any other reason food seems to call our name. In the end, we’ve all eaten something when we weren’t really hungry. That may be fine from time to time, but if we consistently overindulge, we’r…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Eat More And Lose Weight

If you’re looking to lose weight and getting the usual advice, you’re probably on the wrong track. How do I know this? Because all too often we’re told to eat less, skip meals and skimp calories. Or the advice veers towards a restrictive approach by cutting out certain food groups tot he detriment of nutrient loss…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

You Are What You Eat!

Based on World Health Association and American Cancer Society statistics, almost 80% of people in modern society will die of a disease, with the seven top diseases killing about 24 million people every year. Read that again to absorb it. Most people walk through life with the rock-solid assumption that they’re powerless to avoid disease. This is a danger…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

What Is Clean Eating?

Clean eating may sound like a cliché, but it’s simply treating your body right. It includes eating food in a natural state, in smaller amounts, while avoiding those things that are harmful to the body. It’s not a diet, but a lifestyle approach to food – leading to an improved life, one meal at a time…

3 years ago · 4 likes · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Healthy (Weight Loss) Portion Plate!

Portions have grown in astounding ways during the past few decades. Sometimes restaurants meals can be enough to feed two people! Not surprisingly, the average adult's waistline, weight and overall body mass index (BMI) have ballooned, according to a 2018 report by the…

3 years ago · 3 likes · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Someone Call The Sandwich Police!

I recently gazed in horrifying unbelief at Arby’s Meat Mountain sandwich. This thing came out in 2014, so I’m astounded I haven’t heard of it before, but there’s a good reason for that, as it’s famously not found amongst Arby's traditional offerings (likely for public health and safety reasons). Instead it’s available to diners in the know, similar to…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Let Food Be Your Medicine!

Recently a social media user posted on his account that food can act like natural medicine and help the body regain balance if we fall ill. Nothing was said about healing a disease, yet nonetheless, the post was flagged as misinformation; as lacking content and being speculative and conspiracist…

3 years ago · 2 likes · 1 comment · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Dietary Failure Is Not Defeat. Try Again and Overcome!

What’s your relationship with food like? Most people start diets and do good for a while, but as soon as they slip up, discouragement sets in and they soon give up entirely. It’s an almost universal approach, even with the right information to achieve success. But a setback does NOT mean the war is lost; it simply means you’ve lost a singular battle…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Good Foods Lead To Good Moods

Can the food you eat improve your mood? Many experts say yes. Your happiness depends the most on your attitude and your choices, of course, but your diet does affect your brain, which affects your mind. Your brain requires a constant supply of fuel supplied by food. What is in that fuel directly affects the structure and function of your brain. Rather th…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Food Is Not The Enemy!

How many diet books have you read personally? Five, ten or even more? Each one promises the key to weight loss; the secret to success. Problem is, most of them are dead wrong because they operate on wrong principles. These authors will lock you into a regimented approach of calorie counting, weighing food portion, focusing on macronutrients or opening a …

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Healthy Food Is Not Inconvenient!

I’m not sure why so many equate processed food with being able to “live a little”, while good food is a chore to them. I suppose processed food is easier to prepare because it so easily comes out of a box or can. In many cases, that means this food is also highly processed and contains large amounts of carbohydrates, added sugar, unhealthy fats, and sal…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Eight Nutritious Additions To Your Diet

Eating whole, nutritious foods can be a great way to satisfy cravings. With excess sugar, salt and artificial sweeteners in so many foods, digestive juices and taste buds can become dull over time, weakening our ability to break down food for nourishment and stressing our immune system. Instead of opting for junk food, try these suggestions for better l…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

10 Critical Nutrients To Keep Your Bones Strong

We don’t often give much thought to our bones – until we happen to break one or experience bone pain. It’s important to keep in mind that bones are living, dynamic, and constantly changing tissues. While it’s never too late to start building or maintaining your bone density, it is advisable to improve your bone status early in life. Why? Because roughly …

3 years ago · 2 likes · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Want to Be Healthy? Practice Nutritional Math!

Can one plus one equal zero? Your physical quality of life depends on the answer to this question! Chronic disease now kills 7 out of 10 United States citizens—1.7 million deaths per year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates. So many of these deaths are stunningly…

3 years ago · 1 like · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Let Food Be Your Medicine!

Recently a social media user posted on his account that food can act like natural medicine and help the body regain balance if we fall ill. Nothing was said about healing a disease, yet nonetheless, the post was flagged as misinformation; as lacking content and being speculative and conspiracist…

3 years ago · 2 likes · 1 comment · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Nutrient Density Debate

I read an interesting report from Dr. Klitz on nutrient density recently. He mentioned that the CDC calculates the nutrient density of food with a high score signifying that these food contains more beneficial nutrients compared to calories. But are we being told the truth…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Nutrition: The Key To Weight Loss

It’s amazing how many times I’ve heard the excuse, “I just don’t have time to eat right.” Sure you do! Most of us can make healthier choices in some way, if we take time for ourselves. An apple here, a few carrots there, and we’re replacing too many carbohydrates or sugary foods with added fibre and nutrients. If you want to lose body fat and weight, y…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Portion Distortion: A Giant Problem

A key way to lose weight and stay healthy is through portion control. So if extra munching is adding bulk to your middle, take note of research from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, which states that those who eat in smaller bites and in a slower manner, consume the least amount of food…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Vegan Revolution

A generation ago, vegans were rare. They were also easily identified by their hippie-style appearance and their animal rights demonstrations. Today, there’s a concerted effort to make veganism mainstream. Vegans are people who avoid any food, article or production method that uses animals. They are motivated by views on animal welfare, personal health an…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Farmed Fish: Cheap on Wallet, Harmful to Health

If you’re looking for a flavorful, easy-to-prepare dish with impeccable health benefits, wild fish seems to be the way to go. It supplies large amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, which are shown to limit risk of heart attack and stroke, elevate mood, and help prevent certain cancers, cognitive decline and eye disease. But receiving the health benefits of w…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Go Nuts for the Health Benefits of Nuts

Nuts are a wonder food. There is an increasing amount of research to suggest that nuts should not only be part of a healthy diet, but moderate consumption is also being linked to heart health. While nuts have received a bad rap in the past for being high in fat, it’s actually that same fat content that is thought to be responsible for their health benefi…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Does Protein Help With Weight Loss?

There are a ton of new annual dieting trends, and recently, the high protein, low carbohydrate (high-fat) diet has become all the rage. As a nutritionist, I’m skeptical about very low carbohydrate diets, as they’re not healthy in the long run. However, moderately reducing carbs while taking in increased (but not excessive) levels of protein has been show…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

How To Beat The Emotional Eating Trap

One of the biggest concerns of women is that they eat emotionally. In other words, there are times when all they think about is food, and that desire for a particular item becomes so intense that great lengths are taken to satisfy cravings. Picture this: You really want a particular brand and flavour of ice cream. But it's not an ordinary brand and you d…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Nutrient Density Debate

I read an interesting report from Dr. Klitz on nutrient density recently. He mentioned that the CDC calculates the nutrient density of food with a high score signifying that these food contains more beneficial nutrients compared to calories. But are we being told the truth…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Do Sin Taxes Work For Promoting National Health?

A new study in the June issue of the journal “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” has some interesting conclusion about junk food, smoking and consuming alcohol. It argues “for” a sin tax against these vices, as well as on sugary drinks and fatty foods to – dare I say it – improve public health…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Health Value of Dates

Dates are an incredibly versatile and nutritious food. They help brain function, constipation relief and prevention, enhance memory, vision, improve digestion, improve bowel function, reduce inflammation, and regulate blood sugar. Further, they are said to help with Alzheimer’s prevention, bone strengthening, combating free radicals, detoxification, dia…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Myth of Food Combining

Is there any truth to the food combining method so many people practice? In a word, no. This idea of ‘food combining’ came originally from work at the end of the 1800’s by Dr William Hay and has been popularized through various food combining diet books published over the last ten years…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Meat Really Is Good For You

You don’t need to be a tree hugger to prefer sustainably produced chicken or beef. Pastured chickens roam around and consume vitamin-rich bugs and grasses, so their meat has 21% less fat and 28% fewer calories than conventional chicken. Grass fed beef, likewise, is 11% lower in calories than conventional beef. Plus it has 36% less fat and a healthier bala…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Commercial Baby Food: A Formula for Disaster?

The popularity of commercial baby food in recent decades has had quite the impact on what we as consumers assume babies need. While many major food companies have jumped on this lucrative band wagon, it’s important to step back and analyze what you feed your child…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Low-Fat Fable

For decades, we have been told that obesity and heart disease epidemics were caused by fat. The experts theorized that because fat is high in calories it cannot make a lean body. The original 1992 edition of the United States Department of Agriculture “food pyramid” went so far as to recommend up to 11 daily servings of bread, cereal, rice and pasta. “F…

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9 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Great News! Coffee & Tea Tied to Lower Stroke, Dementia Risk

Remember the days when coffee was a huge health villain? Funny how science flips on nutrition from decade to decade. Now a new study in PLOS Medicine shows coffee and tea are associated with reduced risk for stroke and dementia by consuming 2 to 3 cups of each daily…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Is There Nicotine or MSG in Tim Horton's Coffee?

For good health, everything should be practiced in moderation, especially drinking coffee. But for millions, the drinking of this dark caffeine enriched liquid is an entrenched morning ritual. The coffee of choice in Canada comes in a dark brown cup with two bright red words pasted on the front - Tim Hortons. Even with the explosion of coffee houses aro…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

10 Crucial Herbs & Spices For Good Health

What are the healthiest and best herbs and spices that you should be using in your food? Although numbering may be subject, here’s a list of the top ten, along with a few reasons why you should be taking them because of their amazing ability to maintain good health…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Improve Health And Lose Weight With Spices

Adding some spice to your foods may do more than give them a kickin' flavour, they may also give a subtle boost to your metabolism. New research indicates that spices, including turmeric and cinnamon, may help in the fight to lose excess body weight…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Great News! Coffee & Tea Tied to Lower Stroke, Dementia Risk

Remember the days when coffee was a huge health villain? Funny how science flips on nutrition from decade to decade. Now a new study in PLOS Medicine shows coffee and tea are associated with reduced risk for stroke and dementia by consuming 2 to 3 cups of each daily…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Dangers of Food Irradiation

Irradiation of food is the application of ionizing radiation and according to to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is a technology that improves the safety and extends the shelf life of foods by reducing or eliminating microorganisms and insects…

7 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Poisoned: The Burden of Food-Borne Illness

Bacteria live among us by the trillions, with total numbers on earth estimated at five million trillion trillion -- that’s a five with 30 zeroes after it. On a day-day basis, around 100 trillion bacteria live in and on our bodies, doing us lots of good. Not only do we live in harmony with these beneficial bacteria, but they are essential to our surviva…

3 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Reducing Coffee pH Levels Naturally

Coffee is an incredibly versatile and powerful drink, with many benefits and some drawbacks. The benefits include increased mood and brain function, increased metabolism and fat burning, enhanced exercise performance, reduced risk of type 2 heart disease…

3 years ago · 4 likes · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Coffee With A Helping Of Microplastics

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. The International Coffee Association says we drink around 600 billion cups of coffee a year. They’re lightweight, easy to handle, and cheap, but there’s a catch: those paper cups aren't entirely paper after all; they’re coated with plastic that’s leaking into your coffee…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Soft Drinks: Gain Weight By Going Diet?

In 2005, diet soda consumption was at its peak, with more than 3 billion cases sold. It was advertised as a health-conscious choice, allowing consumers to avoid the calorie burden of sugary soft drinks, while still satisfying the urge for something sweet…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Real Human Diet

About 25 years ago I decided to make some lifestyle changes: -I ate less carbs. -I ate more meat, fish, eggs, whole dairy. These foods are full of essential minerals & fat, B12 and other B vitamins which play a role in producing brain chemicals that can boost energy and mood. Your brain needs proper nutrition in order to thrive…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

A 20 Point Nutritional Guide

There is so much more that goes into maintaining health than counting calories and nutrients. Our food choices impact us on emotional and mental levels and a holistic view of health understands that all of parts of us are interconnected. Therefore the quality (and quantity) of our food influences our inner terrain - either feeding or depleting us…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Delicious Smoothie Bowls For Fat Loss

All foods have consequences for your weight and health, so if you want to be trim, do what trim people do. Replace sugary drinks and calorie-dense snack foods with foods your body needs and can use, like fruit smoothie bowls. They help you manage your weight and keep body fat to a minimum, yet are still incredibly tasty…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Poison In Your Tap Water!

Tap water is said to be generally safe to drink in the United States and Canada and many people rely on government information for safety data. But what if that information is outdated or inadequate? The Safe Drinking Water Act defines the term "contaminant" as meaning any physical, chemical, biological, or radiological substance or matter in water. Ther…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Soft Drinks: The Link Between Liquid Candy And Disease

Soda, pop, cola, soft drinks: whatever you call them, research shows that their consumption in recent decades has increased diseases in a linear fashion. Although soft drink consumption in the United States dipped from a high of 53 gallons person in 2000 to 38.87 gallons per person in 2018, the U.S. still has some of the highest consumption rates in the…

3 years ago · 2 likes · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Health Ambush of Plant Based Foods

Have you been told that plant foods are healthier for you? That they’re lower in saturated fats? That they’ll lower your blood pressure? Don’t believe the hype! These fake bacon, sausages, chicken nuggets, eggs or burgers might be worse for your health than the meat versions they’re replacing…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Are 80% Of Olive Oils Fake?

Legitimate extra virgin olive oil is expensive to produce, so unfortunately, olive oil fraud is widespread across the world and has been for years. The largest companies have been caught and fined in pretty much every country on earth. Unfortunately, business goes on as usual as they simply ask for forgiveness, pay a smaller fine than …

2 years ago · 2 likes · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Egg Shortage Head Fake

I love eggs! I eat them daily because they’re a superfood packed with a ton of nutrients that provide important health benefits. Eggs.ca says most of the nutrients in eggs are found in the yolk. Check out this massive array of nutrient goodness: Iron…

2 years ago · 1 like · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Food Fraud: Avocado Oil Now Also Tainted!

According to a new UC Davis study, 82 per cent of avocado oils sold in the U.S. had either gone off prior to their best-before dates or had been cut with cheaper fats. A vast body of evidence shows many health benefits of Avocado oil — improved heart health, lessened arthritis symptoms, stroke, diabetes, gum disease prevention. But when it comes to purit…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

The Nutritional Power of Fruits and Vegetables

It's becoming more and more common for the food we consume to be processed and far from its natural state. Food technologists and food manufacturers have really made an impact with their abundant, relatively inexpensive, calorically dense, and "highly palatable" food products over the last few decades. In fact, hyper palatable foods r…

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

Spilling the Beans on Excessive Caffeine

From TheTrumpet.com, March 2023 The smell and taste of fresh-brewed coffee is a sensory delight for many people. According to the International Coffee Organization, over 2 billion people worldwide take pleasure in the aroma and delicious flavor of freshly roasted beans, as well as their proven health benefits. Yet …

2 years ago · Jorg Mardian CPT, RHN

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