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- by Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
Almost everyone has questions about nutrition. Just ask any Dietitian and they'll happily recall all the questions they've been asked by strangers on planes, in coffee shops, and during Uber rides.We get some wonderful nutrition questions from our members and...
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- by Edwina Clark, MS, RD, CSSD
Issue 34: Botanicals for better health
Herbs, spices, and other plants have been used in traditional medicine for centuries. And now, there's a growing body of evidence to support their use. However, not all natural remedies live up to the hype. In fact, some are downright dangerous....
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 31: Alcohol and your health
Memorial day is upon us, and with outdoor BBQs and social gatherings on the horizon, chances are high that alcohol will join in the festivities.While the occasional drink isn’t a cause for concern, holidays like this make it easy to...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Struggling with fatigue? You're not alone. Over one-third of adolescents and adults in the United States report feeling this way. While occasional drowsiness is normal, chronic fatigue can have a significant impact on your health, productivity, and happiness. Fortunately, there...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 28: The dark side of supplements
Supplements are often touted as the end-all-be-all to curing your ailments and achieving athletic prowess. Have a creaky joint? Take omega-3s. Want to run a mile in under 6 minutes? Down a few caffeine pills.We may be in the business...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 27: Fueling sports performance
Whether you're a marathon veteran or a dedicated cyclist, nutrition can make or break your performance. And now that racing is back, fine tuning your pre- and post-workout routine is more important than ever. The question is: What actually works?...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Issue 26: Mental health x nutrition
Have you been feeling increasingly anxious about current events? You're not alone. With so much going on, it's hard not to worry about the state of the world. And as you know, stress (especially chronic stress) can have a prolific...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Blood sugar issues have reached epic proportions in the US, with the latest figures indicating that more than 100 million adults live with either diabetes or pre-diabetes. To make matters worse, poor blood sugar control has follow-on effects for just...
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- by Sarah Achleithner
Inflammation is a hot topic in health circles, and for a good reason. Research indicates that chronic inflammation plays a role in obesity, heart disease, cancer, autoimmune disease, and arthritis (to name a few). And as we get older, preventing...