Registered dietitians prefer you get most if not all of your nutrients from food. But there are times when adding a good quality nutritional supplement to your daily routine may be beneficial.
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Read article now or listen to podcast episode instead by clicking button below. We’re all familiar with the dangers of excess sugar, especially for those managing diabetes or trying to shed a few pounds. It seems sugar is being added to all our food products these days. While that may thrill our tastebuds, it’s not
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As a registered dietitian, I cannot stress enough the pivotal role parents play in shaping their children’s eating habits early in life. Family meals provide a unique opportunity to positively influence kids’ food choices, foster healthy relationships with food, and create lasting memories.
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The differences in teas come from climate and soil variations, how the plant is processed, and the level of oxidation. Teas can be divided into four main varieties: black, oolong, green, and white. All of which contain plant compounds that confer some health benefits. Enjoy a cup of tea to good health!
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Looking for a simple meal to please the whole family without spending hours in the kitchen? This chicken dinner with broccoli and potatoes hits the spot. Just put the chicken in the slow cooker and forget it until about 30 minutes before times up. While the chicken finishes cooking, put the broccoli and potatoes in
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Food allergies and sensitivities are increasingly common. There are several different types and most are not serious or life-threatening. However, they all cause unwelcome symptoms. As a general rule, avoiding the offending foods is highly recommended. This post contains several essential tips on how to live with food allergies and sensitivities.
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While not every migraine is triggered by food, it is very possible that diet may play a role in making you more prone to having a migraine. Diet affects so many aspects of our health, that it would be naïve to think what we eat has no effect on migraines. The truth is many people with migraines report a known food trigger.
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Maintaining a healthy diet during hard economic times may seem like an impossible feat. But it does not have to be. Let’s look at some money-saving tips to get your belly full without emptying your wallet.
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During this uncertain time of dealing with the Coronavirus (COVID 19) or with any communicable disease for that matter, people are especially interested in boosting their immune system.
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