Real World Nutrition News You Can Use
There is a lot of misinformation about nutrition. And nothing in this field is black-or-white, yes-or-no, but many shades of gray and a lot of “it depends.” So, my goal is to help clear up some of that misinformation with some snark, entertainment, and facts (with some opinion thrown in).
Many of these topics come from interactions with the public, friends, clients, and students. I see sheer misinformation about the science of nutrition, and I do my best to clear things up one blog post at a time.
If you have a topic you are wondering about, let me know.
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Navigating the Supplement Aisle: Understanding the Pros and Cons of Five Popular Dietary Supplements
Discover the ins and outs of five common dietary supplements—Vitamin D, Fish Oil, Multivitamins, Probiotics, and Vitamin C. Uncover their proven benefits, potential risks, and whether they're worth considering for your health journey.
Dive into Seafood: Health Benefits, Sustainability, and More
Dive into the world of seafood with our comprehensive guide! Explore the health benefits of fish, discover the differences between fresh, frozen, and canned options, and learn how to make sustainable choices. Delve into the ocean vs. farm-raised debate, balance risks and benefits, and find easy ways to cook fish. Your seafood adventure begins here!
What Are You Doing To Help Your Heart?
In case you haven’t heard, February is American Heart Month. Heart Month happens every year. People think of heart attacks and the drama we see on television and how that presents itself (or not). In reality, heart disease encompasses several diseases, including high blood pressure and blockages of the blood vessels, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke. Here is the thing: people tend to think of how to help their heart AFTER a cardiac episode. So what can they do to improve their health AFTER the issue is already there?
But we can do things each day to reduce the risk of getting some form of heart disease before a visit to the emergency department or the surgery or the medications.