Susan Albers's Blog, page 14
June 5, 2012
Improving Quality, Reducing Quantity
What is the best way to manage weight and eat healthier? Dr. Katz weighed in on this issue at the Foods for Your Whole Life conference. He presented a new system, called nuval, that helps you to decode the mystery of food packaging to know what is really healthy and what isn't.
May 7, 2012
Mindful Eating Marathon: The Oh My Gosh Moment
We are on challenge #7 of the Mindful Eating Marathon (26 days of mindful eating) and it is time to check in. Here are some person reflections and words of motivation. There is still time to join!
May 1, 2012
A Mindful Eating Marathon: You Are Invited!
You are invited to take part in the Mindful Eating Marathon—26 days of mindful eating. You will get a daily challenge and tip.
April 24, 2012
The Real Scoop on Calories From Two Eating Experts
It's my pleasure to introduce you to two new books from renowned eating experts—Marion Nestle and Barbara Rolls. These books will give you the real scoop on calories and teach you the secret to feeling fuller!
March 29, 2012
Too Young to Diet? A 7-Year-Old on a Diet
Over the past few days, there has been public outrage amongst the eating disorder community of professionals and parents over a new article in Vogue. The article is about Dara-Lynn Weiss, a Manhattan mother, who forced her 7-year-old daughter, Bea, onto a diet. Weiss discusses her struggle to make her daughter lose weight.
March 25, 2012
Emotional Intelligence 2.0: Learning the Art of Self-Awareness
One of my areas of interest is mindfulness, emotional intelligence and self-awareness. I had the good fortune of learning more from Travis Bradberry, the coauthor of Emotional Intelligence 2.0. The first section of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 is about boosting your self-awareness, which is also a core skill of mindfulness. Here is a brief interview with him.
February 29, 2012
A Must-Read Book on Mindfulness: The Now Effect
It is my pleasure to introduce you to an excellent new book on mindfulness entitled, The Now Effect. The book waswritten by the psychologist and author, Elisha Goldstein. I was already a fan of Dr. Goldstein's work.
February 9, 2012
New York Times Article on Mindful Eating
Did you check out the New York Times Article, Mindful Eating as Food for Thought? If so, it is likely that it left you "hungry" for more information on this new healing approach to healthier eating. Learn more here!
January 20, 2012
Comment on the Paula Deen Controversy
Over the past few days the world has been buzzing about Paul Deen's news that she has Type II Diabetes. There has been a mixed response. Here are some thoughts from a psychologist who works with people with eating issues.
January 17, 2012
5 Intriguing Facts About Intuitive Eating
Learn 5 interesting facts about the classic book, Intuitive Eating. This includes information on the new edition, how intuitive eating relates to mindful eating and the history behind the book.
