By Rennie Aranda, Skinny Gene Registered Dietitian Having a hard time deciding what to make for dinner that’s both healthy and delicious (and hopefully the kids will enjoy, too)? Feeding your family healthy food does not mean it’s all about salads and vegetarian dishes. There are plenty of ways you can transform family favorites into […]
Art has no boundaries and exists in many forms. Art can be three dimensional objects, a song or a doodle on a meeting agenda. Actions can be art forms as well. I have many friends who would consider themselves masters at the art of bargain shopping. But there is one action they have not mastered,
By Eileen Ferrer, Skinny Gene Nutritionist It’s the time to get healthy! This year just flew by, and with less than four months left of 2014, why wait for the New Year to reconnect with that infamous New Year’s resolution? Being healthy is easy, but it is with planning and maintenance that many people experience some
By Eileen Ferrer, Skinny Gene Nutritionist To buy organic or not to buy organic: that is the question. It is safe to assume that Shakespeare never had to ask this question himself; however, it is a question we may ask ourselves. For various reason we prefer to buy organic, such as for health by reducing
By Eileen Ferrer, Skinny Gene Nutritionist Condiments are a food’s best friend. Ketchup and French fries, a soft warm pretzel dipped in deli mustard, or even ranch drizzled over cold pizza. Although that last one is a favorite of mine, low-fat ranch with veggies is a better and healthier alternative. There is a vast array of condiments
By Eileen Ferrer, Skinny Gene Nutritionist When we lose control, it sometimes feels like reality can be lost in the distance. Almost like being stuck in a balloon drifting away, seeing everything get smaller and smaller. But losing control is only temporary, and that is something to keep in mind. We learn and move on from
By Rennie Aranda, Skinny Gene Nutritionist It’s summertime! It’s a perfect time to go out, enjoy fresh air, and spend time with family and friends. Summer is filled with social events such as picnics, potlucks, BBQs, carnivals and state fairs with plenty of unhealthy temptation. Traditional summer barbecue foods can definitely compromise the beach body
The Skinny Gene Project has partnered with Freedom Meditech, a medical device company, to provide a revolutionary new kind of prediabetes healthcare screening. The Clearpath DS-120 is an FDA approved device that is non-invasive and has immediate results. Compared to other diabetes screenings, the Clearpath DS-120 does not involve drawing blood, or any discomfort for
Written by Allison Muhar Skinny Gene Project was a proud participant in the American Liver Foundation’s 16th annual Liver Life Walk in San Diego. Skinny Gene Project is a San Diego based non-profit focused on educating and empowering people who are prediabetic, or at risk for type 2 diabetes. At this event, Skinny Gene Project
By Rennie Aranda, Skinny Gene Nutritionist Summer has arrived which means sunny days, warm temperatures, and ample opportunity to show off your hard-earned bathing suit-ready body. If you’re still trying to work off the winter weight, healthy eating and exercise will do the trick in getting your body summer ready. Healthy eating focuses on including