Author: Michelle Stewart Company: The Nutrition Planner Website: thenutritionplanner.com Author Comment / Biography: Michelle J. Stewart is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian and better known as The Nutrition Planner. Founder of Michelle Stewart Consulting & Associates who has been leading the way to a healthier you for more than 25 years. She is zealous when it comes to wellness from the inside out and empowering whomever she comes in contact with to take charge of their health and wellbeing. It is all about balance and moderation, her motto is “EAT LESS MOVE MORE” Michelle is a Certified Diabetes Educator, and also holds certifications in Adult, Adolescent, and Childhood Obesity and is a Certified Wellness Coach. A Master’s In Public Health keeps her abreast of the latest health concerns and on the cutting edge of intervention. Focusing on aging and longevity with a holistic approach to living your best life is her pathway to inner peace and happiness. An experienced and dynamic public speaker who specializes in the African American community, Ms. Stewart has participated in countless seminars and workshops all over the country. She was a panelist on health care topics at the African American Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. where former Vice President Dick Cheney was the keynote speaker and the Healthy Breakfast keynote speaker at the annual National Newspapers Publishers Association convention in Chicago. She has presented in numerous symposiums including the national School Nutrition Association and Georgia School Nutrition Association Industry Seminar on Cultural Competency in School Food Service with an emphasis on African American Foodways as well as spoke at Sister Speak Health and Spa Getaway in Bermuda along with Andrea Baptiste from the TV show “The Biggest Looser.” The Heart Truth Campaign in Washington D.C., which was a great opportunity for Michelle to share with the audience education on women and heart disease and its impact on multicultural communities. Her most recent experiences include several conferences and presentations with the National Association of Black Journalist (NABJ), Radio One - One Love Cruise, and the Black Women’s Health and Beauty Conference. She also writes several health and wellness columns for Black Hair etc. magazine. Michelle serves on the Board of Directors for Body Mechanics Wellness Foundation and is former Chair, Public Relations for the Florida Dietetic Association. She is a consultant for the food and beverage industry, corporate wellness, weight loss surgery, menu and product development, and has written numerous articles in an array of venues.

Displaying 11 to 20 of 33 articles < Back | Next > Pages: 1 2 3 4  Articles by Michelle Stewart  11. 'Facts Up Front' 411 May 25, 2013 Have you ever noticed the similarities between food and fashion? In both industries visual are highly important, along with the use of good raw materials-good ingredients for food and good fabrics in the case of fashion. Every now and then fashion flips the script-the flourishes and fasteners typica... 12. Moms Make Food Memories, Let's Lighten Up May 11, 2013 Mother's Day celebrates moms and all that they do. They are most likely the chief cook, bottle washer, chauffeur, event planner, wardrobe stylist, food stylist, psychologist, healer and the list goes on. Mom is a pretty busy woman. One of the key things Mom does as the chief cook is nurture and esta... 13. The Fast Diet April 27, 2013 You know people ask me about all kinds of diets. The Grapefruit Diet, the Atkins Diet, the Palm Beach Diet, the Mediterranean Diet, and the list goes on. These days the questions are about the fast diet currently the diet of the day that is popular in Britain. The diet like many of the country's exp... 14. What's the Story on Diabetes? April 14, 2013 As a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), that is one question I am asked regularly. Folks need to know the 411 on diabetes and pre-diabetes. People should also know what the difference is between the two. When you hear any version of the word diabetes it can make you feel like you've intentionally br... 15. The Season's Best Spring Produce for Good Health March 21, 2013 We've had unpredictable and unseasonable weather in just about every region of the country throughout the season. About now we are all ready to spring forward to enjoy days with more light and the taste and textures of Spring produce. Although most can be purchased throughout the year they are flavo... 16. Shape Up Your Plate With Your Personal Dietary Style March 09, 2013 One of the great things about food is the diversity and the options available. Folks can choose their favorite foods and their dietary preferences. People may make changes in their eating styles for a number of reasons-some may affect change to be consistent with the fad of the day, budget concerns,... 17. Milking Chocolate for Healthy Benefits February 20, 2013 I'm making a confession. I am one of the stealth chocoholics. That is bad news and good news-the bad news is that like you, it can be tough for me to turn down a sample of the creamy confection. On the good side, chocolate has health benefits. Now I am not saying you can have all the chocola... 18. Keep a Healthy Heart February 08, 2013 I love people and as dietician I want folks to know real love is not about sweet words, flowers and making whoopee. Real love is about making sure the loved ones in your life have healthy hearts and are living a lifestyle that will keep those hearts in good shape or help them become healthier. 19. Trending Toward Health and Well-Being in 2013, Part II January 24, 2013 Heading into the New Year there are resolutions, goals, trends and lists forecasting activities and interests for the next 12 months. Trends viewed through the prism of annual predictions include: 1. Health 2. Sustainability 3. Increasing Use and Consumption of Greens ... 20. Trending Toward Health and Well-Being in 2013, Part I January 11, 2013 Heading into the New Year there are resolutions, goals, trends and lists forecasting activities and interests for the next 12 months. Trends viewed through the prism of annual predictions include: 1. Health 2. Sustainability 3. Increasing Use and Consumption of Greens ... < Back | Next > Pages: 1 2 3 4

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