Eating Free’s Manuel Villacorta was recently appointed as the American Dietetic Association’s (ADA) national media spokesperson.

The ADA is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals, which is committed to improving the nation’s health and to advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education, and advocacy.  The ADA’s vision is to “optimize the nation’s health through food and nutrition.”
The ADA’s nationwide volunteer spokesperson network consists of 30 registered dietitians who annually conduct thousands of print, TV, radio, and online interviews about nutrition and healthful eating on behalf of the …

The wait is finally over!  After months of hard work and careful consideration, the Nutrition For You website will transform into the new and improved Eating Free website on June 22nd.
For those of you currently using the earlier version of the website, be rest assured.  Your transition will be more than gentle.  You’ll still be able to enjoy all the wonderful features you’ve grown accustomed to, such as our unique and invaluable coaching, but in a friendlier format.  Plus, you’ll love all the additions and improvements, such as your freeQ …

By Manuel Villacorta
What happened to elegance in eating? When did the concepts of “eating-on-the-go” or devouring plastic-wrapped or boxed meals become appropriate methods of dining? How did eating in front of the TV or in the car become alternatives to the dinner table? Our modern lives are often hectic and mindless; jumping from work to family to social and community obligations. Running down the long to-do list, barely crossing each item off, even exercise has to be scheduled. Many of us have lost touch with …

Spring is a great time to go outdoors and run! It’s a great time to train for marathons, half marathons, 5Ks and 10Ks in the Summer and Fall.  The cool weather is perfect for running.
Nutrition is key in long-distance running and is just as important as a good training regimen. The number of calories you need for running depends on a number of factors: your body weight, how fast you run, how long you run, and your training frequency. A recreational runner will have very different calorie needs than a …

Manuel Villacorta’s #1 San Francisco Weight Loss Clinic MV Nutrition and DIAKADI Body Personal Training and Wellness Center are looking for obese residents of the San Francisco Bay Area who have a desire to lose weight and embrace a healthier lifestyle in 2010.  As part of the Commit-to-Fit Contest, one winner will be chosen to receive a year’s worth of one-on-one personal training and nutrition coaching.  To apply, applicants must send in a three-minute video of themselves explaining how a total body transformation would …

by Manuel Villacorta
What is the new trend in nutrition?  Is it organic, local, low-carb, high carb, or low-fat?  Is it wine and chocolate or some other fabulous quick fix for health?
When it comes to food, we are all too familiar and confused by the various trends that have popped up over the years.  Do we choose to eat local or pick that organic and exotic fruit picked from a thousand miles away?  And what is the real story on carbohydrates?  How does wine, chocolate, and fat really affect us?  It …

by Manuel Villacorta
During these tough economic times, do not be lured to eating at fast foods and eating junk, which may initially seem cheap! Such foods waste money on empty calories and come with a heavy price on our health. Good, clean food, prepared with just a little time and a lot of love has always and will continue to see us through both the good and bad times.
Be careful where you invest your money. It may be safer to invest in your health!
Here are some tips to …