by ivan | Jan 11, 2019 | Nutrition, Patient News
Going with the (Whole) Grain Whole Grains may be the culinary trendsetters of the 21st century, but the ancient wonders of the grain world have remain unchanged for the last several hundred years. From chia to kamut, sorghum to spelt, like many whole grains, they are...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Sep 25, 2018 | Nutrition, Patient News
Finding the Path to Better Health Through Your Diet In the quest for a healthier lifestyle, even inveterate beef eaters may be considering a more vegetable-centric diet. If you’re on a journey to vegetarianism or simply curious about the side roads surrounding it,...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Jan 9, 2018 | Nutrition, Patient News
Plant the Seeds of Healthy Eating Plant-based diet proponents are growing at a rapid clip in the US, buoyed by ongoing reports that following the regimen faithfully can result in a multitude of health benefits, ranging from increased energy and elevated mood to lower...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Nutrition, Patient News
Nutritionists Weigh in on Healthy Eating Picturing a healthy meal has never been more accessible, thanks to the ubiquity of visual aids such as MyPlate, successor to the well-known Food Pyramid of the ‘90s. A quick scan of the plate’s quadrants enables users to see at...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Nutrition, Patient News
Calcium, so essential to strong bones and teeth, as well as nerve transmission, muscle contraction and blood clotting, can be in short supply as we age. Exactly how much is needed of this important mineral, and Vitamin D, its companion to ensure optimal absorption,...
by Specialdocs Consultants, LLC | Nov 20, 2017 | Nutrition, Patient News
Turkey sandwiches…soups…deli meats. Are these the building blocks of a healthy meal or stealthy contributors of excess sodium? Both, according to experts, but improved versions are in the works, thanks to June 2016 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended...
