Farmer’s Market Challenge! Fresh produce can be expensive, but when it is in season in your area, it can be quite cost effective!  In July-August there is a particular item in season that is special to NC… the Sprite Melon!  To view what is in season, check the seasonal charts displayed here at: https://www.ncagr.gov/markets/availabilitychart.pdf The […]

Only veggies for lunch, won’t I be hungry?! A vegetable based lunch can be very healthy, satisfying, and hearty! A trick of a vegetable based lunch is to include vegetables high in protein and fiber to keep you satisfied with your lunch for hours. For a veggie wrap, try an Edamame Hummus Wrap from EatingWell […]

If you have lactose intolerance and have been missing yogurt, I have some good news for you! Many dairy free yogurts are emerging on grocery store shelves, providing a refreshing source of calcium and vitamin D to those who do not tolerate lactose very well! Just like plant based milks, plant based yogurts do not […]

Complex, simple? What does it all mean? Simple carbohydrates are short chains, with only 1 to 2 sugar units involved. Simple carbohydrates with 1 sugar unit are fructose, glucose, and galactose. Simple carbohydrates with 2 sugar units are lactose, maltose, and sucrose. Lactose is the sugar found in dairy products and sucrose is what we […]

You just crossed the finish line of a half marathon race, you are walking out of the gym after a great spin class, or maybe you just sprinted across home plate to bring in the winning run of your softball game – time to celebrate your hard work with some post workout hot wings and […]

Are you maximizing your workout with proper eating habits? Nutrition can drastically affect how we perform in a workout class at the gym or a competition we have been training for.   Here are some quick tips for maximizing your fueling process: FULL MEAL If your workout is later in the day, try to plan a […]

Greens The more vibrant in color the better! Colors in foods often showcase the different nutrients the plant contains. Greens vary by taste and crunch, so try a bunch of different varieties and even try mixing them together! Check out this website (https://www.freshexpress.com/guide-to-greens) to learn more about taste and texture of commonly purchased greens. Vegetable […]

Our Dr. Barish attended University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida for his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and his MD at the UF College of Medicine. On May 20, his legacy continued as his son, Dr. Jacob Leo Barish, graduated with his Doctor of Medicine degree. Dr. Charles Barish was invited to be an […]

Memorial Day is just around the corner! You can’t show up to a picnic without a side dish, so why not prepare a nice refreshing salad to share with your friends and family! The Food Network has many great picnic recipes, but I have selected two of them to challenge you to try new veggies! […]

We all get into a rut of preparing the same meals over and over. Meal planning can be boring and tedious. Liven it up by using your local grocery store’s weekly sales flyer! Our office is near a large grocery store, so I will be using their weekly ad to create a meal plan for […]