We hope that you had an amazing Mardi Gras and that you were able to avoid the temptation of making it a true Fat Tuesday! Our culture makes it hard to stick to a healthy lifestyle when surrounded by king cakes, alcohol, and savory foods on the parade route, but donβt...
Eating for the season: Winter Itβs that time of year again in Southern Louisiana! Β One day itβs 80 degrees and the next there is potential for snow and sleet. Β While the weather is completely unpredictable, one thing that can remain consistent is your diet. Β It may...
Itβs 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 youβre going to say; weβve told you to eat plentyΒ of eggs for...
βIf you fail to plan, you plan to failβ is a quote youβve probably heard a million times. But, if youβre honest, itβs 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.Β But honestly, if you grocery shop, look up healthy recipes, or if you ever look at Pinterest youβve probably noticed...
So whatβs the harm in a little holidayΒ weightΒ gain, especially if itβs just a Pound? According to researchers at the National Institutes of Health, most AmericansΒ neverΒ lose the weight they gain during the winter holidays. The pounds add up year after year, making...