Foodtrainers’ Blog
How To Have a NYC Staycation
Since Lauren is off enjoying the sunshine state, it's Carolyn, back again! So, the holidays are in full swing, and I’ve seen a motivation shift with clients recently. We had a wave of new clients who were ready to get started between Thanksgiving and...
How to cut down on carbs
At an event last week, Sam Kass (former chef for the White House/Obamas) was a speaker. He explained that there’s a missing piece with most health advice. I’m paraphrasing but he said that we can’t simply say “ginger is healthy” but need...
The one thing nutritionists eat at holiday parties
Yesterday, Well & Good posted an article revealing what nutritionists eat at holiday parties. My “one thing” listed was Scotch. As you can see below, I mention Scotch but there’s also food involved. I thought I’d share my unedited...
Should wellness companies “promote” alcohol?
I realize she's not a "company" but some find this humor offensiveFor some reason, I’ve encountered multiple accounts of sobriety lately. My friend Aidan Donnelley hosted Elizabeth Vargas for one of her “Happier Hour” book events. Elizabeth’s...
Registration for January Whipping Weeks Starts Now
We interrupt your holiday craziness (and even if it’s not specifically holiday, this time of year is hectic) to throw you a health preserver… Three times a year, we offer our 1-week programs to get you back on track, help you shed any extra, and give you the ultimate...
Foods to undo some of the holiday bulls#!t
Last night Carolyn and I had a talk to give. If you’re in NYC, you know that it was an insanely rainy night. So, like the true professionals we are, we emailed our host 10 times saying “are you sure we’re on, it’s so bad out maybe people...
They Call It Stuffing For A Reason
We feel you. Whether you picked (ok packed in) pie or mainlined wine, chances are you aren't feeling your awesome-est today. Black Friday….more like Bloat Friday. Luckily, all of our de-puffing products below are 20% off today with the code BLOATFRIDAY. Limit...
Don’t be burned but heartburn meds
If you’re someone who takes medicine daily, any medicine, it’s important to step back and consider whether you still need to be taking it. I’d also brush up on the side effects. While I’d love doctors to focus on getting patients off...
If the Halloween candy “called” you, here’s why
Via Vo/shutter stockThere’s a definite pattern when it comes to adults and Halloween candy. Many adults resist candy on Halloween. Then, the next day if it’s in the house or at the office they start to pick. “Just a couple” pieces here, a...
Is food an issue in your relationship?
Sure you want to eat that?What are you uncomfortable discussing? Sex? Money matters? I would normally add politics to this list but most of us have extinguished that fear this election season. Today I’m shooting a news segment on couples and food. The producer...
No Tricks, Just Treats
Buzzkill, party pooper, sugar police- we've heard worse. When you’re in the business of healthy, it comes with the territory. A couple of times per year, we show our treaty sides. Halloween is one of those times. Even with sweeter snacks, these are still high quality...
Are you thinking about food at the expense of other things
You can be successful in every area of your life and fucked up with food. Oftentimes, you can’t even take in that success if “food stuff” is casting a pall. I recently watched an interview Oprah did with songwriter/composer Carole Bayer Sager...
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