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
By Michelle Maxwell, RD, LD When it comes to pregnancy, we often worry first about all the foods we typically eat. Then, once the baby is born, we have to figure out what food we will need to provide for this new tiny person in our lives. Here are some tips to consider for your Continue Reading
