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We all want a life full of energy happiness and vitality. To be great parent, spouse, sister, daughter, community member, business owner, manager is meaningful work in this world, aiming for contribution in the world outside of our own needs.
Read MoreIf you spend any time on social media these days following health, you will have heard the protein story and how you need to increase your intake. Is it true? Do I really need that much protein? Well, it depends.
Read MoreI have many patients that come see me to find ways to help nutrition bring their life into more balance. Some are looking to lose weight others to gain weight. Some are working on reducing cholesterol or reversing type 2 diabetes. One thing that is always reviewed in the initial assessment is what we call biotransformation and elimination - or detoxification through the liver.
Read MoreIt’s National Nutrition Month here in March! National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign established in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Read MoreMuch of the impact of cardiovascular disease can be helped or hindered by the diet. Plenty of food plans exist to help improve vascular health, reduce lipids in the blood and the harmful effects that too much glucose has on the vessel wall and the liver. A few of these food plans include the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension or the DASH diet, the Mediterranean Diet, the Cardiac Diet, and a Vegetarian Diet.
Read MoreMany of us have felt what it’s like to be hungry, sense your appetite, or have an intense food craving. Hunger is the sensation we get when our stomachs are empty. Appetite is the desire to eat food. Cravings, well, they are something different.
Read MoreWith the cold and flu season approaching, it is more important than ever that we pay attention to nutrients in the diet. It’s a time where we want to indulge in this treat or that one, considering we have been so good all year long. Yes, do indulge in the special tastes that the traditions bring this time of year. But also, be sure to incorporate the foods that promote health and longevity.
Read MoreIn America, we anticipate the Thanksgiving Day celebration as soon as the season starts to turn from hot summer days to cooler fall nights. We have already started to see the Holiday decorations in stores and on screen to entice us into purchase. With the pandemic, we have changed our gathering habits over the last few years. No doubt our gratitude for all we have and those we love remains. It is likely however, that our celebrations will feel more like before but still with caution for our gatherings. Now is a perfect time to begin to think about what traditions we will continue and with what we will stay flexible.
Read MoreOne week in October highlights Bone and Joint Action Week. October 12- October 20, 2023. According to a report by the U.S. Bone and Joint Initiative the Burden of Musculoskeletal Disease in the United States, 54% of Americans suffer from a musculoskeletal bone or joint condition.
Read MoreGood nutrition is a critical factor when it comes to keeping our respiratory system strong and healthy. Eating the right combination of foods can help us maintain a robust immune system that is better equipped to fight off infections, reduce inflammation in the lungs, and promote overall respiratory health.
Read MoreHeart-healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated or boring. By taking simple steps like incorporating plenty of fruits and vegetables, reducing sodium intake, choosing whole grains over processed foods, being mindful of added sugars, eating the right fats, and treating yourself once in a while - you can achieve a healthier lifestyle that is both nutritious and delicious! With these tips in mind, you can take action today to keep your heart healthy now and for years to come. So don't wait any longer - start living a heart-healthy lifestyle today!
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