Q: Is this a vegetarian blog?
A: No, at least not exclusively. I'm often asked if I'm a vegetarian, but the fact is, I eat just about anything in moderation. I grew up eating rabbit, lamb, duck and seafood in addition to beef, pork and poultry. All of those things are still a part of my diet to some degree, and therefore a small part of this blog.
Q: What won't I find on this blog?
A: Foie gras. It's a cruel practice that I completely condemn. Also, I'm wary of mass produced meats, eggs, and produce where I can't easily find out the conditions they come from. Assume that the majority of my ingredients are locally produced and organic, if possible.
Q: What's coming on the fitness page?
A: It's a slower work in progress, but my goal is to present a collection of how-to videos demonstrating proper form to mitigate joint injury during a workout. That seems to be an area where people struggle the most, and few trainers offer proper explanation.
Q: And the recipe page?
A: In the coming months, when I post a more complicated recipe, I'll try to include a how-to video to make things a bit easier for beginning cooks.
Q: Are you a Registered Dietician?
A: No. I earned a degree in dietetics and completed a series of intense internships in the process, but I chose not to pursue those credentials. My reasoning is, I wanted to be knowledgable enough to guide people onto a healthier path as it relates to diet and fitness. However, I didn't necessarily want to council people with more advanced nutritionally related diseases, such as renal disease.
Q: You talk a lot about treats as opposed to cheat meals. What does that mean?
A: Treats are 1-3 small portioned items sprinkled throughout the day. For example: a cup of coffee with milk and sugar (could be honey, raw sugar, etc.). Or a slice of bread with butter. Or a cookie. Or a slice of pizza. Basically, single portion items that are not necessarily great for your waistline or health if eaten frequently. A treat could also be a larger portioned meal, say a burger and fries, that you only indulge in once every few weeks.
Cheat meals are something that I consider to be more of a mindset than an actual meal. This is the practice of depriving yourself, then setting aside an entire day or evening to completely pig out. It's hard to bounce back into a healthy routine because people are left feeling badly, both mentally and physically, in the aftermath.
Q: Do you eat a low carb diet?
A: Sometimes, particularly when I feel bloated. However, I don't believe exclusionary diets are helpful to anyone. Your body needs carbohydrates in order to fuel itself. If you exercise, these carbs are even more necessary for energy. Also, by cutting carbs, the body can go into starvation mode if enough overall calories are not consumed.
Q: What photography equipment do you use?
A: Currently, I am using a Nikon Coolpix 120 and lots of natural light. Occasionally I may use a candid shot from my iPhone.
A: No, at least not exclusively. I'm often asked if I'm a vegetarian, but the fact is, I eat just about anything in moderation. I grew up eating rabbit, lamb, duck and seafood in addition to beef, pork and poultry. All of those things are still a part of my diet to some degree, and therefore a small part of this blog.
Q: What won't I find on this blog?
A: Foie gras. It's a cruel practice that I completely condemn. Also, I'm wary of mass produced meats, eggs, and produce where I can't easily find out the conditions they come from. Assume that the majority of my ingredients are locally produced and organic, if possible.
Q: What's coming on the fitness page?
A: It's a slower work in progress, but my goal is to present a collection of how-to videos demonstrating proper form to mitigate joint injury during a workout. That seems to be an area where people struggle the most, and few trainers offer proper explanation.
Q: And the recipe page?
A: In the coming months, when I post a more complicated recipe, I'll try to include a how-to video to make things a bit easier for beginning cooks.
Q: Are you a Registered Dietician?
A: No. I earned a degree in dietetics and completed a series of intense internships in the process, but I chose not to pursue those credentials. My reasoning is, I wanted to be knowledgable enough to guide people onto a healthier path as it relates to diet and fitness. However, I didn't necessarily want to council people with more advanced nutritionally related diseases, such as renal disease.
Q: You talk a lot about treats as opposed to cheat meals. What does that mean?
A: Treats are 1-3 small portioned items sprinkled throughout the day. For example: a cup of coffee with milk and sugar (could be honey, raw sugar, etc.). Or a slice of bread with butter. Or a cookie. Or a slice of pizza. Basically, single portion items that are not necessarily great for your waistline or health if eaten frequently. A treat could also be a larger portioned meal, say a burger and fries, that you only indulge in once every few weeks.
Cheat meals are something that I consider to be more of a mindset than an actual meal. This is the practice of depriving yourself, then setting aside an entire day or evening to completely pig out. It's hard to bounce back into a healthy routine because people are left feeling badly, both mentally and physically, in the aftermath.
Q: Do you eat a low carb diet?
A: Sometimes, particularly when I feel bloated. However, I don't believe exclusionary diets are helpful to anyone. Your body needs carbohydrates in order to fuel itself. If you exercise, these carbs are even more necessary for energy. Also, by cutting carbs, the body can go into starvation mode if enough overall calories are not consumed.
Q: What photography equipment do you use?
A: Currently, I am using a Nikon Coolpix 120 and lots of natural light. Occasionally I may use a candid shot from my iPhone.