Eating for the season: Winter It’s that time of year again in Southern Louisiana! One day it’s 80 degrees and the next there is potential for snow and sleet. While the weather is completely unpredictable, one thing that can remain consistent is your diet. It may...
It’s that time of year again! Chocolate bunnies, marshmallow-shaped ducks, and chocolate eggs filled with peanut butter surround us. No matter where you go, the temptation is REAL! We already know what you’re going to say; we’ve told you to eat plenty of eggs for...
“If you fail to plan, you plan to fail” is a quote you’ve probably heard a million times. But, if you’re honest, it’s true! Especially when it comes to weight loss. Think about it, how many times do you have every intention of eating healthy and then before you know...
At the Aspen Clinic, we try to stay up to date on the latest trends in health and nutrition that way we can keep our patients informed as well. But honestly, if you grocery shop, look up healthy recipes, or if you ever look at Pinterest you’ve probably noticed...
So what’s the harm in a little holiday weight gain, especially if it’s just a Pound? According to researchers at the National Institutes of Health, most Americans never lose the weight they gain during the winter holidays. The pounds add up year after year, making...
It’s hard to say goodbye to the fresh flavors of summer, but autumn ushers in a wealth of healthy and tasty seasonal foods as well. Here is a look at what’s in season as well as a breakdown of nutritional benefits and tasty ways to prepare fall’s produce....