Archive for Grocery Shopping

sweetRefined sugars are toxic to the body and can sabotage any weight loss efforts. Excess refined sugar consumption from processed products such as soda, fruit juice, baked goods, candies, and desserts, result in high insulin/cortisol levels, increased body fat, increased inflammation, metabolic imbalances and chronic diseases. Sugar is extremely addictive and once you get into the sugar eating cycle, it’s hard to break. The good news is, you can follow these 7 steps to detox sugar from your daily diet to achieve your weight loss goals, while reducing sugar cravings and improving your overall health. Read More→

dark-leafy-greens“Power of hydrogen” or pH is the measurement of hydrogen ion concentration in the body, which ranges from 1-14 with 7 being neutral, <7 being acidic and >7 being alkaline. Ideally, your body should maintain a slightly alkaline pH of 7.365-7.45 to function properly, maintain health and prevent disease. Unfortunately, many people follow a Standard American Diet (SAD) that is very acidic. Processed foods filled with sugars, artificial sweeteners, gluten and man-made fats wreak havoc on the body and create a pH imbalance that can result in numerous health issues including: weight problems, joint pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, chronic fatigue, food allergies, acne, frequent colds, headaches, migraines, infertility, impotence, diabetes, digestive problems, cancer, and more. Listed below are 10 easy tips to start alkalinizing your body today. Read More→

0484c7a5-b17c-3512-99b4-4afa25259dfbSpring into swimsuit season with the Cate’s Nutrition Kitchen Spring Special! Get 2 for the price of 1 for a Nutrition Coaching & Grocery Shopping Trip! Only $175 for a 1 1/2 hour session.

The grocery store is one of the best places to drastically improve your nutrition and benefit your body. During your session, nutritionist, Cate Ritter, teaches you what foods to include, how to plan healthier meals and simple ways to prepare them. CNK’s simple and well-rounded approach helps you expend the least amount of effort to produce maximum results. Take control of your health by engaging in this economical, “no excuses” program today! Read More→

no_gmo1GMOs, or “genetically modified organisms,” are plants or animals created through gene splicing techniques of biotechnology. This genetic engineering merges DNA from different species, creating unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacterial and viral genes that do not occur in nature. According to the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, “Several animal studies indicate serious health risks associated with genetically modified (GM) food.” These health problems include: infertility, reproductive problems, decreased immunity, accelerated aging, poor insulin regulation, organ malfunction, increased risk of food allergies, and gastrointestinal problems. Watch the video below to learn more!  Read More→

veggies-heartCate’s Nutrition Kitchen focuses on eating for nutrients, not calories. Low-calorie fad diets may result in temporary weight loss, but can decrease metabolism and damage overall health. Unfortunately, many people fall victim to common health mistakes, such as calorie counting, and don’t seek the help they need to get on a safe and effective wellness plan. Although it might seem appealing to your ego to do it yourself, it can also be harmful to your health and quite costly in the long-run. If you’re seeking better health, quit the quick-fixes and start a CNK lifestyle-based program that will help you achieve your weight loss goals and sustain the optimal health you deserve. Read More→

1011HG-mexican-recipes-crudites-guacamole-625Making healthy food choices can be challenging. One easy way to eat healthier is to choose more natural whole foods over man-made processed products. For example, instead of grabbing a burger with a bun, go for a lettuce wrap or, even better, a leafy green wrap. With delicious alternatives, you can enjoy nourishing foods without packing on the pounds or feeling deprived. Use the menu options below in addition to CNK’s Healthy Eating Guide and Alternatives List to find what works for you in order to sustain a healthy way of eating. By making these small changes you’ll find it much easier to reach your health and weight loss goals. Read More→

how-to-grocery-shop-1-1024-1Making healthy food choices at home starts with the choices you make at the supermarket. With over 7,000 food items to choose from, grocery shopping can be quite the challenge. Although it may seem more appealing to dine out, eating at home instead of dining out for 1 meal every week, saves up to $364 per person per year! In addition to the high price, most restaurant food doesn’t compare to the nutritional benefits of making fresh foods from home. By learning these 7 grocery shopping tips, you’ll find it much easier to eat healthy and save money. Read More→

fat-loss-After reading CNK’s Top 20 Foods For Fat Loss, you’re probably wondering how you can incorporation these foods into your daily diet to achieve your weight loss goals and support your overall health. Follow the two day sample menu below to start including these delicious figure-friendly foods with breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and even as beverages. Eating healthy foods has never been easier! Read More→

Lose-FatWhether slimming down after the Holidays or reducing body fat for a firmer physique, CNK has 20 Fat Loss Foods that will help you look, feel and perform your best this year. Each food has been carefully chosen to prevent insulin spikes, increase metabolism, curb cravings and support permanent weight loss. Say good-bye to fad diets, weight loss drugs and quick-fix injections. There’s no need to torture or deprive yourself to achieve a beautiful body. Learn how to include these figure-friendly foods into your daily diet to minimize your waistline, while maximizing your overall health. Read More→

Cocktails-14Are you looking for healthier cocktails? The good news is you can ditch the high fructose corn syrup, aspartame, and other artificial sweeteners without having to say sayonara to soda. Now you can satisfy your carbonation cravings, with Zevia. Sweetened with stevia and erythritol, Zevia has zero effect on blood sugar. Zevia comes in all different flavors including: Black Cherry, Cherry Cola, Grapefruit Citrus, Grape, Strawberry, Mountain Zevia, Lemon-Lime, Orange, Cola, Lime Cola, Cream Soda, Dr. Zevia, Ginger Root Beer and Ginger Ale. Read More→