by andreadocherty.rd@gmail.com | Oct 25, 2016 | Uncategorized, Weight Loss
“You don’t have to count calories to lose weight, but calories still count.” Counting calories as a way to control your intake may very well work in the short term and help you lose weight, but as a longterm solution for weight loss and maintenance, it isn’t great....
by dochertyrd | Oct 24, 2016 | Nutrition Information, Uncategorized
A few questions I commonly get from clients in my practice are: What is the difference between blending and juicing? Is juice a healthy way to get more fruits and vegetables? What should I put in my smoothies? Many of us need to have more fruits and vegetables but...
by andreadocherty.rd@gmail.com | Sep 26, 2016 | Batch Cooking/Meal Prep, Lunch/Dinner, Uncategorized, Vegetarian/Vegan
Here is a simple, delicious and high fibre soup recipe packed with vitamins and minerals. This makes a huge batch and freezes really well so you can enjoy a quick meal later on. Follow these 4 steps to make your own. Chop Peel and chop 1 butternut squash, 1.5 cups...
by dochertyrd | Sep 21, 2016 | Uncategorized, Weight Loss
You may find that you are really enthusiastic about making a particular change to your eating habits, but as time goes on, that motivation starts to fade and those goals you set seem difficult to reach. Here are 5 of my tips to help you stay motivated over the long...
by andreadocherty.rd@gmail.com | Sep 6, 2016 | Sports Nutrition, Uncategorized
(If you want to learn more about this topic – check out this podcast episode about Carb Loading Mistakes to Avoid! Listen here or check out The Fuelled Triathlete on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for more endurance nutrition advice) You often hear of runners and...
by dochertyrd | Aug 31, 2016 | Uncategorized, Workplace Wellness
Healthy eating when you are constantly travelling and are on the road for work can seem like a challenge. Without packing the right foods or planning ahead, you may be stuck with having to eat out. But it doesn’t take a lot of time to ensure you have nutritious and...
by andreadocherty.rd@gmail.com | Jun 20, 2016 | Sports Nutrition, Uncategorized
What’s fuelling you during exercise? When you choose the right foods at the right time, the pre-workout meal can help: Prevent low blood sugar (a drop in blood sugar an leave you feeling tired, sluggish and less alert) Maintain glycogen (This is the stored form of...
by andreadocherty.rd@gmail.com | Jun 14, 2016 | Sports Nutrition, Uncategorized
As an athlete, the decision to lose weight can be a number of reasons. Reducing body fat may positively impact your performance by improving your power to weight ratio, agility, speed and/or endurance, and it may be necessary to reach a certain weight class. Your...
by dochertyrd | Jun 12, 2016 | Sports Nutrition, Uncategorized
Getting the right nutrients after a long, strenuous workout is crucial for athletes so that you can still perform and train hard during your next workout, repair and grow muscle and prevent illness. Protein alone won’t do all that though! Carbohydrates and healthy...
by dochertyrd | May 30, 2016 | Sports Nutrition, Uncategorized
Note: I mainly talk about whey protein in this article, so stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 where I will: Provide you with a guide to many other types of protein powders (soy, hemp, etc) Show you some sample meal plans that meet high protein needs, without the use of...
