We’ve heard that the way to someone’s heart is through the stomach, and the way to better health may be there, too. While pre- and probiotics have been around for several years, marketing has helped to make them very popular wen discussing gut health. Let’s discuss some of the benefits and some of the sources Continue Reading
We’ve heard the saying that “we are what we eat” since we were little children. We know that food is important for building strong bodies, but we never really talk about how food affects the brain. A healthy brain diet can protect it from damage and help with repair. It can also reduce the effects Continue Reading
Marketing will have us believe that certain foods are for men, while others are for women. Truthfully, the majority of nutrition recommendations don’t really differ between men and women, it is mainly based on age, size and activity level. As it relates to women’s nutrition, there are a few nutrients that we do need more Continue Reading
As a diabetes educator, one of the questions that I ask my patients is, “what concerns you the most about diabetes?” The responses can vary. Some people are aware of the complications and are genuinely worried, while others are not alarmed at all. Some feel that you just must take medicine and that’s it, whereas Continue Reading
