Can nutrition play a role in managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)? The short answer is, yes. This topic comes up often with patients suffering from conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, two forms of IBD. In this post, we discuss the various types of IBD and how nutrition and working with a Registered Dietitian …
If you know you should be drinking more water, then you will want to check out our dietitians’ best tips for staying hydrated. In fact, drinking enough water consistently is a great way to improve your overall health. Why is water important? Water is essential for life. It helps rid our body of waste through …
If we said it’s pretty easy to sneak veggies into everyday foods, would you want to learn more? The truth is, Less than 10% of Americans consume the recommended 2-3 cups of vegetables per day. Maybe you are among the veggie-adverse, and should be eating more. We get it. With the variety of food choices …
When the word salad comes to mind many people think ”diet” and that’s all I’m going to eat for the next month. UGH! So, let’s get one thing straight, eating healthy foods such as vegetables makes for a healthy nutrition plan, not a diet. Vegetables provide us with lots of fiber that helps to keep …
GLP-1 medications have helped many people improve their health, manage blood sugar, and support weight loss. While these medications can be effective tools, it’s important to make sure weight loss is happening in a way that supports your overall health—including preserving muscle mass. Because GLP-1 medications often reduce appetite, some people may unintentionally eat too …
If you are wondering how to manage the picky eater in YOUR life, we can help. As Registered Dietitians, we’ve worked through this challenge with many kids and their frustrated parents. And guess what? Being a dietitian doesn’t make you immune to having a picky eater right in your very own home! A quick sidenote: …
As dietitians, we frequently get asked about healthy snack options. Life is busy and people can often find themselves constantly on the go. When hunger strikes while you are on the road, you want a healthy snack option that is not only available on the go, but will also keep you feeling full and nourished. …
Nutrition and mental health may seem like two unrelated topics. But in fact, as Registered Dietitians, we can tell you with confidence that the foods you eat CAN have an impact on mental health. Additionally, issues surrounding food can be indicative of an underlying mental health condition. An important note about mental health: If you …
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States. It’s a great time to examine our overall health and evaluate if any changes need to be made. We can start with diet, exercise and even supplements! What is Heart Disease? The term “heart disease” …
Eating for heart health is important for everyone. But this blog post is specifically for the ladies! Cardiovascular disease is a serious health problem in our country. But often, men get more attention from their doctors regarding heart health than women do. We want women to get the message that they need to make their …
In today’s world, the quest for a healthier lifestyle has become increasingly important. One of the key components of this journey is achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. However, fad diets and quick fixes dominate media and headlines, so achieving a sustainable and healthy weight loss can seem impossible. Here are the principles of healthy …
The New Year provides a clean slate, and the opportunity to improve our lives in the year ahead. But for most of us, the New Years resolutions will be forgotten by March. Sometimes, resolutions are not realistic and therefore, become overwhelming. This year, we challenge you to ditch those New Years resolutions, and try something …
