Alexa Angelo, B.S. Weightloss

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Alexa graduated from Miami University of Ohio with a Bachelors Degree in Dietetics.  She recently moved to the Kansas City area from her hometown of Youngstown, Ohio.  She is passionate about nutrition and taught community nutrition workshops throughout her undergraduate career.  She is a devoted Michigan Wolverine fan, loves trying new recipes, enjoys kettle bell […]

How Testosterone Protects A Man’s Health

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There’s no age at which a man does not need testosterone. And there’s no reason to be afraid of testosterone. This hormone has been central to his well-being his entire life. It sustains many body functions beyond sexual and reproductive health. Normal, physiologic levels of testosterone support proper bone density, muscle mass, fat distribution, cognitive […]

Sugar! 5 Reasons to Say No!

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It’s no secret that the consumption of sugar has greatly increased over the past 100 years. In the 1900s, the average American consumed around 5 pounds of sugar a year. Today, it’s more than 150 pounds. In fact, the consumption of sugar is growing faster than the world’s population (or about 1% per year)! All […]

Improving Eye Skin Care

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The skin around your eyes is one of the first, and often the most visible, areas to show aging. The skin tissue in this area is extremely thin and delicate. As you age, the skin around your eye becomes even thinner, resulting in dark circles, bags, swelling and crow’s feet. These age-related conditions can make […]

Beat the nighttime eats

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We hear this time and time again during patient visits: “I’m fine all day- I can stay on track until the evening hits.  Evenings just kill me.”  Nighttime eating is likely the most detrimental habit in patients who experience weight gain or have difficulty managing weight. Scientists estimate that eating an extra 100 calories a day (or […]

Understanding and managing your heart disease risk

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Heart Disease is the number 1 killer of women in the United States, claiming more lives than all forms of cancer combined. All too often women are either unaware of the symptoms to pay attention to or attribute symptoms to other conditions. It’s important to know your risks, understand your levels (such as cholesterol and […]

Cauliflower Soup Recipe

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  10 slices turkey bacon, chopped (half used for garnish) ½ small onion, chopped or 1 teaspoon onion powder 3 celery stalks, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced salt & pepper 4 cups small cauliflower florets (1 small-medium head) 2 Tablespoons water 1 Tablespoons cornstarch 2 cups chicken broth, divided 2 cups half & half 3-4 […]

No-Dough Pizza Recipe

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Crust 1 (8 oz) package ⅓ fat cream cheese, room temperature   2 eggs   ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper   ¼ teaspoon garlic powder   ⅛ teaspoon onion powder   ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Topping ½ cup Prego ® 100% Natural Pizza Sauce   1 ½ cups shredded Kraft ® 2% Natural Reduced […]

Can an Anti-Aging Supplement Really Make You Look 7 Years Younger?

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Forget the nip and tuck, adding Pycnogenol® to your vitamin intake can significantly improve your skin health. Pycnogenol is the name for a pure, patented, French maritime pine bark extract. It is one of the most powerful natural free-radical scavengers yet discovered. Pycnogenol sends signals to your cells telling them to double their antioxidant power. […]

Lose Your Sweet Tooth This New Year

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Sugar cravings:  Arguably one of the most common hurdles dieters overcome in their efforts to lose weight and establish better, more health-conscious dietary habits.  Knowing how to overcome them can be one of the most significant factors in the success of any dietary modification program. Sugar has poor nutrient density and supplies us with almost […]