Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from The American Heart Association Ingredients 1 lb. pork tenderloin (all visible fat discarded) 1 Tbsp. curry powder 2 tsp. olive oil (extra virgin…
Walking through the grocery store and trying to choose healthy items can be a daunting task. Even items that seem like they should be healthy, or are marketed to be…
5 Interesting (and Useful!) Facts About Women’s Nutrition
Every individual has unique nutritional needs, especially when it comes to weight loss. However, on the whole, nutritional needs for women vary from the recommendations for men in key ways.…
Makes approximately 6 servings ⋅ Adapted from The American Heart Association Ingredients 1 lb extra-lean ham (cut into half-inch dice) 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (all visible fat discarded,…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from The American Heart Association Ingredients: 1 tsp. canola or corn oil 1 medium green bell pepper (chopped) 1 medium carrot (quartered lengthwise, chopped) 1/2…
Why is it that we tend to feel our emotions in our gut? That “sinking feeling” when something bad happens, the “knot in your stomach” when you are worried, the…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from The American Heart Association Ingredients 1 pound boneless top sirloin steak (about 1 1/2 inch thick), all visible fat discarded 4 medium peaches,…
Lemon-Garlic Salmon Foil Packet with Green Beans and Potatoes
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from The American Heart Association Ingredients 1 pound new potatoes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into 1/8-inch slices 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 pound green…
Living with excess weight or obesity is already difficult, and if you have been fighting your body weight for a while (or maybe your whole life), the guilt and shame…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients: 1 teaspoon canola or corn oil 2 peeled apples, such as Fuji or Gala, chopped into 1-inch pieces 1…
Back to Basics with the Big Three of a Heart Healthy Diet
The advice to follow a heart-healthy diet is so common in the nutrition world that it has the risk of becoming cliche. Especially in competition with more recent, trendier diets…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from the Mayo Clinic Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium red onion, chopped (about 1 cup) 1 cup diced yellow summer squash 1…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from the Mayo Clinic Ingredients 1 cup uncooked quinoa 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped zucchini 2 cups chopped tomato 1/2 cup chopped…
The new year is here, and like many people you are probably thinking about getting healthier in 2023. How we eat tends to be one of the biggest, and most…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from the Mayo Clinic Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped (approximately 1/2 cup) 12 ounces extra-firm tofu, cut into small…
Makes approximately 4 servings ⋅ Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients 4 chicken breasts (4 ounces each) 2 egg whites 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2…
Makes approximately 8 servings ⋅ Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed 6 garlic cloves, separated and peeled 1/2 cup fat-free milk 1 tablespoon…
Makes approximately 14 servings • Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients 2 cans (16 ounces each) of reduced-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained except for 1/4 cup of liquid 1 tablespoon…
Putting an End to the Vicious Cycle Through a Weight Loss Program That Works
For as long as he could remember, Don Burrows had been trying to lose weight. He was caught up in a vicious cycle of getting motivated, starting a weight loss…
Makes approximately 8 servings • Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients 1 pound of potatoes, diced and boiled or steamed 1 large yellow onion, chopped (1 cup) 1 large carrot,…
Research tells us that focusing on two factors, diet and exercise, is the key to having a successful weight loss journey. However, in recent years we have learned other factors…
Makes approximately 12 servings • Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients 2 cups assorted chopped dried fruit, such as cherries, currants, dates, or figs 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup crushed…
Makes approximately 4 servings • Adapted from The Mayo Clinic Ingredients 2 cups brewed decaffeinated espresso coffee, cooled 2 tablespoons golden brown sugar 1 1/2 cups fat-free milk 2 tablespoons sugar-free…
Do you have the urge to eat something sweet after every meal? Do you often crave sugary drinks like soda or sweet tea? You may be showing signs of sugar…
Trick or Treat? 6 Tips for Breaking The Halloween Candy Mindset
It's that time of the year again! When we dress up as our favorite superheroes or cartoon characters and give out candy. This is a time for fun and celebrations,…
Makes approximately 15 Servings • Adapted from SkinnyTaste.com Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup unpacked brown sugar 1 large egg 1/4 cup mashed ripe banana 1/2 tsp vanilla extract…
Weight Management: 10 Keys to Success For Your Patients
It’s no surprise that diets do not work for long-term weight management. Drastically cutting calories, eliminating food groups, or deprivation of foods that are enjoyed are not sustainable over time.…
Recommitted to Living Life to the Fullest, One Lost Pound at a Time
For Marc Cooke, maintaining a healthy weight has been a lifelong struggle. He’s tried just about every weight loss program and diet under the sun. Some worked well and others…
Googling any nutrition-related topic will give you conflicting results and probably leave you even more confused than when you started. For instance, search “is fiber good or bad for you,”…
CoreLife: A Place to Refer Patients to Start and Succeed
Since spring 2022, Dr. Rob Lejawa has been continuously referring patients to CoreLife Novant Health, a comprehensive weight loss program that guides people through a journey of positive transformation. The…
Ingredients FOR THE PASTA SALAD: 2 cups whole wheat penne, cooked 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 cup chopped orange bell pepper, can sub. red, yellow, or green. 3/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cut into…
For CoreLife’s Founder, Ending the Obesity Epidemic is Personal
For Sean Kostkowski, president and founder of CoreLife Healthcare, the decision to launch his groundbreaking company was a personal one. Throughout his childhood, Kostkowski watched his brother struggle with his…
The Shift to Patient-Centered Thinking about Obesity Disease
Obesity is a public health issue that affects 42% of the American population and significantly increases risk for other health conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, certain types of cancer,…
Makes approximately 4-5 servings · Adapted from Hannah Magee, RD Ingredients: 1 19 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup raisins(optional) 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced 2 medium…
Makes approximately 4 servings · Adapted from Delish.com Ingredients: 1 (15-oz.) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/2 tsp. kosher salt For Seasoning: 1 tsp. cumin…
Makes approximately 4 Servings · Adapted from Hannah Magee Ingredients: 12 oz flaked light tuna, drained 1 stalk celery, finely chopped 2 tbsp diced red onion 1 medium dill pickle,…
Understanding Hunger Hormones in Weight Management
As research uncovers more about the relationship between the gut, brain, and overall health, the term “hunger hormones” is becoming more common. It shows up in the world of weight…
Hate packing a lunch? Going out, or picking up carryout from your favorite lunch spot can be convenient, but it might not be the most nutritious choice. Whether it is…
CoreLife and CalvertHealth Open New Clinic in Prince Frederick, MD
New approach to obesity treatment now available to community and healthcare providers July 20, 2022 - CoreLife and CalvertHealth System opened the doors today to a new clinic in Prince…
You will love this Heart-Healthy Smoothie, which is high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. Enjoy! Makes approximately 2 1/2 cups • Adapted from eatingwell.com. Ingredients 1 large ripe bananas…
Like most chronic diseases, obesity is influenced by many factors including mental health. Understanding the connection between mental health and obesity can help you along your journey to a healthier…
‘Tell me about your weight’ – How to talk to patients about obesity
It’s a Tuesday afternoon. So far today, you have seen a 42-year-old female patient who is struggling to keep her blood pressure under control. Another patient, male 64, reports that…
With the weather getting warmer, we thought we'd share these easy-to-prep No Bake Brownie Bites that don't require you to turn on the oven. Enjoy! Makes approximately 16 bites • Adapted from feastingonfruit.com.…
Adults and kids love this easy-to-make bone-healthy snack that's high in calcium and Vitamin D, without any added sugar or saturated fat. Each ingredient has also been shown to decrease…
“The recognition and clear seeing of suffering…feelings of kindness for people who are suffering, so that the desire to help – to ameliorate suffering – emerges… recognizing our shared human…
Nutritionist vs Dietitian: What is the Difference (and Why Does it Matter?)
“The Keto diet is super easy to maintain, and you will lose weight fast.” - TikTok nutritionist. “My 30-day metabolism reset will help you lose weight and keep it…
Do you find yourself worrying or stressed? Are you experiencing panic attacks when you leave the house? Did you know a simple strategy called Diaphragmatic Breathing can help resolve these…
While we may all wish for a little luck in achieving our weight loss goals, success actually comes from commitment and focus over the long-term. However, there are a few…