Post by Mavis

With New York City being America’s melting pot you can spend one day in city and experience many different food cultures. I invited Shelby and Naomi to take a glimpse of the neighborhood that I grew up in, Chinatown. New York’s Chinatown is the largest Chinese community in the western hemisphere. The vibrant streets of Chinatown are full of stores that sell anything from clothing to fresh fish and exotic fruits from the local supermarkets.

Chinatown is also a great place to try out different fruits from Asia. Have you ever had dragon fruit, durian, lychee, longan or rambutan? These fruits are not native to the American culture and many people have not even seen these fruits before until taking a walk down to Chinatown located in lower Manhattan. These fruits are great for satisfying my sugar cravings without having to constantly purchase gummy bears, sour patches or chocolate. During the summer time when I crave for sweets I usually go for a cup of longan. The water and fiber content in the fruit helps me feel full for a longer period of time.

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Summertime and slim bodies – how does one achieve the body she wants – safely !  I say, safely because dieting poses hazards including possible death.  Here is a quick review which may help you sort through the options – with your health in mind.  Please reach us with your questions on Summer Weight Loss so you can achieve results – safely and happily!

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Are you a Mom on a Diet?  Take a look at the pregnant women and Mom’s around you and ask yourself, Am I on a diet?  Am I thin enough? How will I lose my baby weight?  Are my friends overly concerned about fitting into a smaller size pants? Will I do whatever it takes to lose my baby weight?

As an Upper East Side nutrition practice for ten years I have seen the gamut of diets and ultimate weight loss techniques and extreme measures. I have also seen healthy and less healthy women, Mom’s, pregnancies and children.  Working with pregnant women, I must address a Mom’s eating habits as well her unborn children and young eaters at home.  Eating disorders are all
too common and damaging to women’s bodies and minds.

Please reconsider your method of reaching “your” ideal shape or size.Keep in mind that your babies brain may be at risk as you take measures to reduce your inches.  Reconsider your perspective on what is “normal” when you make up your own diet rules or listen to friends or media stars when it comes to mind over matter.

It’s a matter of fact, eating well and keeping in shape can be achieved by healthy means – flat bellies, narrow hips can be packaged along with healthy babies, glowing skin, hair and energy levels.

At Park Avenue Nutrition & Spa we cater to the proper balance of mind and body to support you and help you to achieve your goals – in a safe and healthy fashion.

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