Is eating an anti-inflammatory diet important for people living with arthritis? In the United States, 24% or 58.5 million people are living with arthritis according to the CDC. That means you or someone you know has arthritis. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis (tissues in the joint break down over time). Other types of…
Processed foods have gotten a bad rap. We have been told to avoid processed foods because it causes heart disease, weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and many other chronic illnesses. But did you know processed foods aren’t just a bag of potato chips, a cheeseburger meal at your local fast-food restaurant, or a box of…
What is National Nutrition Month®? An annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (aka The Academy). The Academy is is the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. I’ve been a member of this organization for 15 years. In March, the Academy focuses on attention on healthful eating through National Nutrition…
Did you know? Just 1 in 10 American adults meet the daily fruit and vegetable recommendations. Not eating the daily recommended fruit and vegetable intake puts you at risk for chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension. You’re also at risk for certain cancers. Your body is missing out on important vitamins,…
During this pandemic, people are looking for special foods or dietary supplements to support our immune system and prevent illness. No one was to get sick. The immune system is complex and there is a lot to learn about the immune response. Not one specific food or dietary supplement will prevent us from getting sick.…
Did you know 77% of Americans report taking dietary supplements? You or somebody you know takes a supplement every day which may or may not be necessary. A few reasons we spend something like 35 billion on vitamins, minerals, botanicals, and other substances are to make up for missing nutrients and to give ourselves an…
Did you know breakfast is the perfect time to get most of your nutrients such as fiber, protein, carbs, and mono- and polyunsaturated fats? Breakfast should be easy, quick, and taste really good. Don’t you agree? Giving your body the healthy start it needs and keeps you feeling satisfied and ready for the day. Begin…
Did you know April is Stress Awareness Month? If you are feeling stressed, fearful, and anxious because of the COVID-19 pandemic you’re definitely not alone. Stress affects your health, reducing your immunity and increases inflammation in your body. The weight of this global pandemic and being cooped up at home can take a toll on…
I’m concerned about the rapidly evolving risks of Coronavirus (COVID-19) a serious respiratory virus. The CDC recommends people at higher risk of contracting this virus to have an action plan including getting medications and stocking up on groceries. If you’re preparing to stay at home for an extended period of time, I want to make…
Go and grab a food item from your pantry or refrigerator. Look at the nutrition facts label on the back or side of the package. Do you notice something different? Yes? No? Maybe? There are changes to the nutrition facts label. It has a new look. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the changes…