NutriFit walks the red carpet

Leap year day – and thank God it’s a Friday…I need a breather, as the pace has been very fast, and totally furious!

Last night about did me in – my first “red carpet walk” at “they” say (actually, the carpet WAS red, but very short). Of course, it was exciting although no one was particularly interested in photographing the celebrity nutritionist whose company co-sponsored the charitable event (yay NutriFit) benefit the National Eating Disorders Association. As a former anorexic (when I was a teenager), I really appreciate the work that NEDA does to help eliminate eating disorders. Check them out online, and talk about eating disorders with your friends and family. You know what Hillary says, “it takes a village” and I add, “to support a troubled soul”.

Interestingly enough, 4 of the biggest celebrities there were NutriFit clients (past and current), and seeing them in person was loads of fun. And our food was WONDERFUL ummmm good Bourbon Chicken, Thai Tofu Delights, Tuna Tartare, Eggplant Pizzettes and our famous, deliciously healthy Fudgy Brownies and Blue Denim Tartlets.

Well, it was nice to exchange hugs with Angela Kinsey, Annabeth Gish, Mira Sovrino and the host of the evening, Paige Adams-Geller, and to give Hollywood’s finest a taste of food that’s as good for you as it is tasty and appealing!

The Politics of Health

It’s time to speak out about the politics of health. I am an ardent HILLARY CLINTON supporter, for many reasons. I sincerely believe that she is the most qualified candidate to lead the country – based in no small part on her remarkable record of public service, her depth of character and her unparalleled, intimate knowledge of the workings of the our government at the executive level. We have a rare opportunity to make a superb choice for President, and it must be HILLARY CLINTON.

But first a few words to claims that electing HILLARY will mean more of the “same old thing”. I, for one, would relish a return to the prosperity of the 1990’s – and urge all of you who appreciate a balanced budget, economic growth and responsible governance to speak out in favor of HILLARY CLINTON, who can bring this back to us.

Equally important to me is the issue of health care. Here’s what I like about HILLARY and her intelligent approach to the obesity crisis: she wants to quality health coverage for all Americans via a 7-step strategy for lowering spiraling costs. I know all too well that premiums have almost doubled since 2000 – up 87 percent – as I provide health insurance for my company’s employees, and my family. We need Senator Clinton’s plan to cover all Americans because it will require the reform of our often irrational, inefficient and wasteful policies. She’s been through the wars on this issue, and can get it passed.

I implore all of you who feel the same as I do to speak out, get involved and be active in your support of HILLARY CLINTON – help her get elected, and she will help all of us live well.

Valentine’s Day for me… (and some helpful advice for keeping yours sweet and simple)

Valentine’s Day for me…
My daughter, Alexandra, was born on February 13. Valentines Day for me is the gift of her in my life. It simply doesn’t get better than that. As for that perfect Valentine’s night, I love to have an intimate night at home with my sweetie. I’m a real sucker for candlelight’s, jazz music and finger food….

Some advice on keeping this holiday a sweet one and not a stressful one…
For people who look at Valentine’s Day as a day to gauge the depth of affection and strength of a relationship, surely Valentine’s Day takes on a heavy burden. The stress this expectation creates could be overwhelming.
Try planning your Valentine’s night together. It helps forestall missteps or assumptions that can prove to be embarrassing. Keep it simple – and maybe save the sexy stuff for dessert. We humans tend to be less inhibited after we’ve eaten and had a glass or two. There are many foods that are linked to romance – from the perspective of their actual chemical properties, or their physically stimulating appearance, or their fragrance. Food also has sentimental value, and is linked to the type of memories that are made in the brain from touch, taste and smell. Remember the words of the poet Virginia Woolf, “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.”

Red

Quick – when I say “red”, you say ???? What comes to mind?

When you say “red”, I say apples, cherries, strawberries, pomegranates, cranberries – the foods of health. Passion, danger, energy, excitement and healthy blood – all red, and for all of this – you need health. Today, February 1st, we celebrate the health of your heart – the center and focus of health. Nurture and cherish your heart’s health, it is precious beyond all else.