Nutrition

National Nutrition Month emphasizes the powerful connection between food and well-being, encouraging individuals to make informed choices that foster healthier lifestyles and stronger community bonds. Prioritizing balanced diets, exploring diverse culinary traditions, and seeking personalized nutrition guidance are key steps toward improved health and overall wellness.

The holidays are a wonderful time for enjoying tasty meals and celebrating with loved ones. Encouraging us to embrace the celebrations with a sense of mindfulness and balance, Robert Fineberg, MD, DABOM reminds us, “Enjoy the holidays and all the food that is to offer, but do it reasonably and be mindful about portion sizes and proportions of food.”

A new global study reveals that more than half of the world’s population is not consuming enough essential micronutrients, including calcium, iron, and vitamins C and E. This widespread deficiency poses serious health risks and underscores the need for targeted nutritional interventions to improve global health outcomes.

1) Prebiotic fiber Veggies are rich in prebiotic fibers that feed and help maintain an abundance of healthy bacteria in the gut;

Healthy fats, such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, are associated with reduced risk for Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and even better gut health. They can also help with weight management by increasing satiety and slowing down digestion. The bottom line is that healthy fats boost your health and keep you fuller for longer. Consider thee 5 foods rich in omega-3s.

For most people living with ME/CFS or Long COVID there is no specific or different advice regarding diet. In order to feel healthy, it is important to drink enough fluids and have a diet that contains enough nutrients. It is also beneficial to have a regular eating pattern. This will mean you will have more energy, and you will be supporting your immune system to prevent further illness and infections.  

A registered dietician nutritionist shares some of the most common and harmful nutrition myths perpetuated by wellness culture that people should ditch ASAP.

The DASH diet is a healthy-eating plan designed to help prevent or treat high blood pressure, also called hypertension. It also may help lower cholesterol linked to heart disease, called low density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol.

Bone broth is having a moment. Although it’s an ancient tradition in many cultures, bone broth has become trendier more recently. It’s a featured component of the paleo diet, and many proponents rave about its nutrient density and ability to assist in ameliorating some chronic health conditions.