Category archives: Healthy Tips

By Melissa H. Riviello, L.Ac., MAc., Dipl.Ac. ZHEN POINT ACUPUNCTURE When you think of visiting an acupuncturist, you likely picture a quiet room and the precise placement of tiny needles. You might also think of therapies like cupping, guasha and ear seeds. While these modalities form the core of my…

By: Absolute Nutrition Counseling Total Time: 30 minutes Serves: 9 Ingredients 1 (15 oz) can of black beans, drained and rinsed 2 large eggs 1/3 cup maple syrup  2 tbsp olive oil or melted coconut oil  1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup almond flour 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp…

What Is Picky Eating? You probably picture a stubborn toddler refusing to eat broccoli. But adults can struggle with it, too. They usually have a very limited set of favorite foods, made a certain way. They don't like to try new foods and might even pass on something familiar if…

(BPT) – Sponsored by Sanofi Key Takeaways: Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (Alpha-1) is a genetic disease causing the liver to produce insufficient or dysfunctional alpha-1 protein, which can leave the lungs less protected from infection and pollutants.1 Symptoms of Alpha-1 are similar to other respiratory diseases, making the condition difficult to…

(BPT) – Sponsored by QUAKER Key Takeaways Americans are prioritizing adding protein into their daily diets, and snacking could be another opportunity to increase protein intake. 86% of Americans are adding protein to their daily diet, and 63% say they would choose snacks with added protein over regular ones.* Americans…

Recovery is possible — and you don't have to face it alone. By Absolute Nutrition Counseling Our team of highly skilled Registered Dietitians specializes in eating disorder treatment and nutrition therapy, helping individuals of all ages find their way back to a healthy, peaceful relationship with food and their bodies….

(BPT) – For families with young children, summer can feel like one nonstop adventure. From beach days and park visits to playdates, camps and road trips, the season is packed with moments that keep kids moving. Along the way, parents need snacks that are convenient, easy to pack, parent-approved and,…

(BPT) – GLP-1 medications have been reshaping treatment of obesity and weight management, but health experts agree that these groundbreaking medications alone are not enough for people seeking lasting results. For those who want to achieve and maintain weight loss while transforming their health for the long run, doctors are…

By Absolute Nutrition Counseling– Neptune NJ When we think about skincare, we tend to focus on topical products. A 5-step routine with cleansers, moisturizers, serums, etc. But healthy, radiant skin does not just come from what you put on your body. It is also deeply influenced by what you put…

(BPT) – By Kyla P. Terhune, MD, MBA, FACS Every year, countless minor injuries occur in homes, garages and backyards across the country. The immediate instinct for many is to reach for a familiar brown bottle of hydrogen peroxide or a swab of rubbing alcohol to "clean" the wound. As…

by Acupuncture Works L.L.C. Emergency room visits for tick bites are increasing across New Jersey and the broader Northeast, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Health officials say the trend reflects a growing public health concern driven by environmental changes, increased tick populations,…

By Absolute Nutrition Counseling As a nutrition counseling practice, we work with a large population of women. From high performing professionals, athletes, women wanting to start a family, and those healing their relationship with food. One pattern we commonly see is a missing period, Amenorrhea.  Sometimes it is brushed off….