Poor nutrition among our children has become such an epidemic that we have two months to address it. August is Kid’s Eat Right Month followed by Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in September. Food is a touchy subject for most people, and it remains a difficult topic when talking to parents about what children should and Continue Reading
Breastfeeding Awareness Month here and World Breastfeeding Awareness Week is approaching. A great deal of effort goes in to spreading the awareness of breastfeeding practices. Just as important is discussing ways to help moms be successful. One common question is, what should mothers eat while they are breastfeeding. The good news is, if you followed a Continue Reading
Several women dream about the day when they can say they are eating for two as they go through pregnancy. Unfortunately, some women experience difficulties with fertility. When that issue arises, it may be time to take a look at your diet while you’re just eating for one. There are several factors that can contribute Continue Reading
Mixing in vegan and vegetarian meal ideas into your daily regimen is a great way to keep things interesting in the kitchen. Not only that, but it can help to create a smoother transition process for those who are looking to cut out meat and/or dairy products completely. Check out this fabulous vegan loaf recipe Continue Reading
Every year during November, we recognize National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. In this article, we want to shed light on the connection between Alzheimer’s Disease and nutrition. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States. As more information is gathered, it’s been discovered that two-thirds of Continue Reading
Queens should be okay with loving on herself in any way she sees fit! This realization of one’s self-worth can cultivate a young lady’s self-confidence, and in turn create a powerful, sensual woman ready to take on the world. So in the spirit of spreading love, light, and knowledge to our sisters: allow me to Continue Reading
Incorporating smoothies into your diet can be a great way to make sure that you are receiving the nutrients that you need while finding an easier and quicker way to include all of your meals throughout the day. There are so many different smoothie recipes out there that it’s almost impossible to put a limit Continue Reading
SICKLE CELL AWARENESS How Proper Nutrition Plays a Role By Michelle Maxwell, MS, RD As a dietitian in a predominantly African American county, I have seen my fair share of clients with Sickle-cell anemia (SCA) or clients who carried the trait. Unlike my diabetic or hypertensive clients, there really isn’t a clear diet plan I Continue Reading
The Epidemic of Sugar: A Pathway to Diabetes By Doniss Hicks, RD “Sugar Diabetes” A long time ago, before I became a Registered Dietitian, I used to hear my elders talking about “sugar”. At that time, I had no idea what “sugar” was other than the white sugar that my family and everybody I knew Continue Reading
Uterine Fibroids: Foreign Invaders By Doniss Hicks, RD The Fibroid Experience As an African-American male, I was admittedly oblivious to the devastating effects that uterine fibroids can have on the gynecological and psychological health of African-American women. I had never heard of fibroids, period. That is, until about three years ago when I was abruptly Continue Reading
