Weight Gain
WEIGHT Loss vs FAT Loss
Why we must change our point of view on "weight loss" to "fat loss".
Read MoreSTRIVE Program: Using Food as Medicine
Wellness means something different to every individual and lifestyle. Whether you are looking to lose weight, gain more energy, learn how to eat right for your body’s needs, or simply feel your very best – the STRIVE program is for you.
Read MoreAll Calories Are NOT Equal
A common myth is that it's all about calories and all calories are equal.
Read MoreINSULIN RESISTANCE - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Diabetes facts and how to reverse early pre-diabetic symptoms.
Read MoreHeart Healthy Success with Meal Planning & Preparation- Easy Roasted Vegetable Batch Cooking Recipe
In our fast-paced lives, we demand meals on-the-go and often reach for the quickest options available. This most often involves purchasing pre-packaged or fast-food meals which are typically higher in sodium and saturated fat which are detrimental to our heart health. These quick options are also lower in fiber and phytochemicals (cancer fighting compounds found in the color of the food) that are found in plant-based foods which are important for our overall health. Optimizing your diet to include plant-based foods is a surefire way to increase the nutrient density of your diet and maximize your disease fighting potential. Spending time planning and preparing your meals each week is one of the best ways to ensure diet success for heart health. Here are a few easy tips to get you started in quick meal planning and preparation that you can start to incorporate into your routine.
Read More2016 A New Year for a New You!
Research and practice have shown the immense impact that lifestyle can play on our body as well as overall health. Many people feel that they lose control of their health when they are not feeling well or when life becomes busy or stressful. For this reason, the Stram Center believes it is essential to embrace a healthy lifestyle and allow people to take control of their health.
The coming of the New Year is a great time to work towards improving your lifestyle. Follow these 3 tips to become successful with your lifestyle transformation in 2016. Learn more about the Stram Center's New Improved Weight Loss and Lifestyle Transformation Program.
Read MoreDemystifying Carbohydrates
Understanding how carbohydrates and sugars are metabolized by the body.
Read MoreHow to Avoid Overeating during the Holidays!
While the holidays are a great time to celebrate with family and friends, celebrations often result in overeating and excessive calorie intake.
Below are tips to prevent overeating.
New One-on-One/ Hands-on Cooking Classes
Let Eric Sharer, MPH, RD, CSO, CDN teach you how to meet your unique nutritional needs with personal cooking and nutritional instruction.
Read MoreThe Weight Loss Puzzle
Most everyone wants to lose weight and many people are successful at losing some weight. But the difficulty often lies in keeping the weight off, or losing some weight, but not reaching your overall goals.
