Dr. Mike Roussell
Dr. Mike Roussell, PhD, is a nutritional consultant known for his ability to transform complex nutritional concepts into practical habits and strategies for his clientele, which includes professional athletes, executives, food companies, and top fitness facilities. Dr. Mike is the author of Dr. Mike's 7 Step Weight Loss Plan and the 6 Pillars of Nutrition.
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Tuesday, 12/4/12 at 10:37 AM
Q: I keep hearing about the “food combining diet.” Is it true that eating foods in certain orders or groups helps them be better digested? Will this also help with weight loss at all?A: The idea...
Tuesday, 11/27/12 at 4:32 PM
Q: Why do I crave comfort food more in the winter?A: Seasonal changes in food cravings are a good example of the tight link between food and our hormones and emotions. If you notice a marked changed...
Tuesday, 11/27/12 at 11:08 AM
With obesity rates continuing to climb year after year without epic changes in the amount of calories we are eating, many wonder what else could be a contributing to this growing epidemic. Sedentary...
Tuesday, 11/27/12 at 2:25 AM
5 popular myths that are bad for your health and your figure.
Wednesday, 11/21/12 at 10:14 AM
Q: I don’t want Thanksgiving to throw off my diet, but I don’t want to miss out on the flavors of the holiday either. What’s my best eating strategy?A: I applaud you for not wanting to dive into the...
Tuesday, 11/13/12 at 9:56 AM
Q: My dietitian told me to cut back on carbs, but I’m confused about what counts as a grain and which vegetables are starches.A: When restricting your carbs, start with the most carbohydrate-dense...
Thursday, 11/8/12 at 1:53 PM
Q: I have pretty much the same thing every day for breakfast and lunch. Am I missing out on nutrients by doing this?A: Eating similar meals day in and day out is a valuable and effective strategy for...
Tuesday, 10/30/12 at 11:58 AM
Q: I keep hearing about fermented foods. Are they really that beneficial or is all the news hype?A: Fermentation is the process by which yeast or bacteria convert sugar to alcohol, and it occurs when...
Tuesday, 10/23/12 at 10:07 AM
Q: I hate the taste of lowfat cheese. Is the real, full-fat stuff that bad for me?A: Not only is regular cheese not that bad for you, the reduced-fat stuff has several drawbacks to it.Lowfat cheese...
Tuesday, 10/16/12 at 11:41 AM
Q: What is the best way to measure my portions? Are cups or a scale more accurate?A: This is a good question, as there are many ways to measure portions and control calories. The gold standard of...
