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Wellness
May 16, 2019
You could say we’re in a food revolution of sorts. For years, food was simply food. People ate to sustain themselves (and also for pleasure because, let’s face it, humans like food). But we’ve recently begun to wonder: Could food...
Mar 29, 2019
Matcha tea. Matcha lattes and smoothies. Matcha muffins. From trendy wellness blogs to health clubs to your local grocer, it seems this matcha craze can be found just about everywhere. Although matcha has been around for nearly 1,000 years, it...
Dec 13, 2018
Honey. You can think of it as “meal prep” for bees.Just like you might meal prep for the week ahead, bees work tirelessly during the spring to prepare food for the winter months. One might say bees are quite the...
Oct 30, 2018
If you took a peek inside the average American refrigerator, chances are you’d come across some type of milk. Milk has long been a staple in many households. For people with allergies to cow’s milk proteins, plant-based milks made from...
Sep 19, 2018
There’s a lot of conversation around plant-based, vegan and vegetarian diets as the “healthy” choice. But what makes these diets better for us? Is this even scientifically true?That’s one area medical research continues to explore. Plant-based diets have already been...
Aug 29, 2018
You’ve probably heard some buzz around the very popular Whole30 diet — an elimination diet with the goal of committing to a 30-day nutritional system reboot for your body.But what does this 30-day diet entail? And is it good for...
Jun 23, 2018
As a primary care physician, I get asked at least twice each week what I think about the ketogenic diet — does it really work? The short answer is yes, it works for some. The long answer is more complicated....
Apr 11, 2018
You may have noticed that plant-based eating has become pretty popular these days, and for good reason. But why is a diet derived from plants good for your health? And is this lifestyle right for everyone?As a dietitian, I’m here...
Apr 6, 2018
Traveling can be stressful as you try to beat traffic, navigate to your destination, or wait in line at the TSA security checkpoint. However, eating while traveling does not have to be stressful or unhealthy if you stick to simple,...
Mar 28, 2018
Every day, Americans get almost half of their added sugar consumption from drinks. And although recent USDA surveys show that we are drinking less soda, consumption of mid-calorie drinks like tea or vitamin water is actually on the rise.Sweetened drinks...
Mar 10, 2018
You’ve probably heard many tips on how to maintain a healthy diet, but where do they come from? Why are these things recommended?With all this conflicting information, what should we really be eating to stay healthy?Working in a healthcare team,...
Nov 13, 2017
Following a healthy diet can be tricky. With so many options available and so many conflicting diet plans, choosing the right foods isn’t easy. Fortunately, when it comes to carbohydrates, there is a tool to help separate the good from...
Aug 21, 2017
School will soon be in session and for parents, that means you’ll once again be faced with that dreaded daily task: packing your child’s lunch.Like most parents, you want to do a good job, which means creating a nutritious, well-balanced...
Jul 29, 2017
If you are one of the roughly half of Americans who use some sort of herbal or dietary supplement, you may be damaging your liver.Most people believe that herbal and other supplements are safe and natural, and some even believe...
Jun 30, 2017
The Fourth of July is an American holiday dedicated to recognizing our independence both as a nation and a people. Celebrations honoring this day are typically spent amongst family and friends, surrounded by good food at picnics, cook-outs or other...
Jun 27, 2017
There’s been a lot of hype recently regarding coconut oil — is it healthy or is it unhealthy? With so much conflicting nutrition information, it’s hard to decipher what’s actually true.In recent years, coconut oil has gained popularity as a...
Jun 22, 2017
As the staple spice in the Chinese and Indian diets, turmeric has been a fixture of natural medicine for thousands of years. At first glance, the root looks like a deformed, decrepit carrot. But slice it open and you’ll see...
Jun 14, 2017
In the field of nutrition, we are taught about the importance of good nutrition habits, the role of vitamins and minerals, and which diets are better for preventing chronic disease later in life. However, as I look back several years...
May 1, 2017
Your risk for certain diseases may be determined by just 10 foods, according to a recent study.We’ve always known that what you eat can greatly affect your health, but now researchers have put together a handy list of exactly what...
Apr 28, 2017
So, let’s talk about this new Unicorn Frappuccino at Starbucks®. It’s quite the craze! You’ve probably seen it in all its pink and sprinkled glory all over Facebook and social media channels.I haven’t tried this magical drink, but at first...
