When it comes to getting necessary nutrients, a one-size-fits-all approach simply doesn’t work. Does a child need the same amount of protein as an adult? And does a sedentary person who spends all day at a desk and all night on the sofa need as many carbohydrates as a marathon runner? Clearly our needs… Continue Reading
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New Discoveries about the Microbiome
Emerging research is revealing how the microbiome not only affects digestion, but joint, skin, cardiovascular and immune health. Numerous studies also suggest that the health of our microbiome determines whether we are lean or obese. Here are some of the latest findings that scientists have discovered about the microbes that live on and in… Continue Reading
Do I Need to Take a Fiber Supplement?
By David H. Rahm, M.D. Q: I try to eat whole grain bread and pasta but I wonder if I’m getting enough fiber in my diet. Should I take a fiber supplement? Ideally you want to get your daily fiber requirement from the foods you eat. Unfortunately, many popular foods from pizza to… Continue Reading
Legumes: Good for You & Easy to Prepare
When you think March, you think green: the arrival of spring, new grass, St. Patrick’s Day, and even green beer. But March is also National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme is “Savor the Flavor of Eating Right.” Most Americans are not eating right – that is, meeting dietary guidelines set by the USDA… Continue Reading
Is Low-Fat Dairy a Misnomer?
The American Dairy Association recommends three servings of dairy a day for stronger bones and healthy weight loss. Dairy products naturally contain many essential nutrients needed for good health such as phosphorus, potassium, and vitamins A, D and B12 just to name a few. In fact, one cup of milk provides 8 grams of protein… Continue Reading
Obesity Costs the U.S. an Estimated $147 Billion
The annual medical burden of obesity has risen to almost 10 percent of all medical spending and could total $147 billion per year, said researchers earlier today. The study findings, which were published online in the journal Health Affairs, were being presented this week at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) first ever… Continue Reading