Nutrition Counseling

Nutritional Counseling

A consult with our Nutrition Specialist is available to every member as part of their initial enrollment or quarterly review.

Advance Weight Loss & Fitness
Lisa Prince, Nutrition Specialist AASDN
(207) 415-8375

www.maineweightlosscoach.com

Office Hours:
Tue/Thur 8 am – 8 pm
Wed/Fri 8 am – 4 pm

Nutrition Q and A

What's the real story with all of our plastic water bottles and food containers?
According to a recent article published in Nutrition Action Health Letter BPA, an ingredient used in many plastics with the #7 on them, can be released if the container is run through the dishwasher or microwave frequently. Some animal studies suggest that BPA increases the risk of cancer, obesity, and diabetes. "To play it safe, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, infants, young children, and adolescents should try to avoid BPA." My advice is to ditch any water bottles with #7 on the bottom, especially the Nalgene bottles that do contain BPA. Instead drink from a stainless steel water bottle. L.L. Bean has one that can be ordered online for $16.95. The Klean Kanteen, item # 56892, holds 27 oz. and is a terrific alternative. Be sure to ask for the stainless steel version.

Try storing your cut-up produce in glass containers not plastic. Bed Bath and Beyond has a set of glass containers for $12.99 that range in size from 2 cups to 2 quarts.

 

What's the real story about High-Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS)?
According to a recently article published in Family Health & Wellness magazine "Consumption of HFCS can elevate triglyceride levels, which can increase the risk of heart disease and upset the magnesium, copper, chromium, and zinc levels in the body." Don't be fooled into thinking that HFCS is safer than sugar. Try to buy natural snacks, crackers, and breads without High-Fructose Corn Syrup.

I like MSN Health & Fitness Center. In their recent article, "Steam a little green," they explained the difference between cooking broccoli in the microwave and steaming it on the stove. Steaming instead of microwaving enhances the power of the cancer fighting compound Sulforaphane, which has been shown to halt the growth of breast cancer cells. Get even more protection by sprinkling on 1 tablespoon of selenium rich sunflower seeds which increases the Sulforaphane's potency.