April 24, 2021 by Lucette Talamas
Quarantine 15: What is it? Why...
“Quarantine 15” is the new “Freshman 15” — which referred to students...
Ketogenic Diets: High in Fat, Side Effects...
As quick weight-loss diets go, the usual formula involves eating less carbohydrates and more protein for a period of time. These days, one of the...
March 26, 2021 / 3 min read
Updated U.S. Dietary Guidelines Omit Recommendations to...
The U.S. government has issued new dietary guidelines that keep existing limits on “added sugars” and alcohol consumption — despite stricter recommendations from an advisory...
January 7, 2021 / 3 min read
Figuring Your Ideal Weight
A BMI “body mass index” quickly configures a status number (18.5-24.9 considered “normal”) using your height and weight. But a healthy weight is not just...
December 30, 2020 / 3 min read
Whole vs. Refined: Knowing Your Grain Products...
Grains themselves are not fattening, confirms Lucette Talamas, a registered dietitian with Community Heath at Baptist Health South Florida. Just make sure you eat the...
December 9, 2020 / 2 min read
#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Breakfast Revisited
Since more of us are at home eating meals with our families, I have chosen a few of my favorite, easy-to-prepare breakfast foods that the...
June 11, 2020 / 3 min read
#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Mother’s Day Vegetable Frittata
Wake up Mom on this Mother’s Day to a homemade breakfast in bed with this delicious vegetable frittata. Eggs are a natural source of protein...
May 7, 2020 / 2 min read
#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Carrot Soup
Now that more people are cooking at home, everyone seems to be looking for quick and easy recipes. Making soup can be one of those...
April 23, 2020 / 2 min read
#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Bunny Face Brown Rice...
Easter is right around the corner. While sheltering at home, you might have missed the piles of candy bunnies and chocolate eggs. As we know,...
April 17, 2020 / 2 min read
#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Lentil Soup
Having a few pantry staples can help you put together a few quick and comforting meals. These are items you should try to always have on...
April 17, 2020 / 2 min read
