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Category: Nutrition
Diabetes – Overview
Diabetes An Overview Type 2 diabetes and nutrition In a very simplified explanation, Type 2 Diabetes affects the way we use the food we eat. To explain a bit more, the pancreas stops producing enough of the hormone, insulin, to help us process the carbohydrates we eat. When we aren’t able to absorb the sugar we eat, […]
Crohn’s Disease – Overview
Crohn’s Disease An Overview What is Crohn’s Disease? Crohn’s disease (CD) is one of the two chronic inflammatory bowel diseases. It is an inflammatory response to intestinal microbes and can transcend to affect any region of the intestines. It is most associated with the ileum and the colon. The pathophysiology of CD is not completely […]
IBD – Tips and Trick
IBD TIPS & TRICKS Let’s be honest, combating stomach discomfort is something that no one enjoys. It’s important to know that there are actions that can be taken for those with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) in order to alleviate the irritating symptoms. Ulcerative colitis is one of those IBDs, which is a chronic condition of […]
Obesity – Weekly Meal Plan Sample
Weekly Meal Plan Sample for Managing Obesity Managing obesity can be challenging, but creating a weekly meal plan can help you stay on track, incorporate the right foods in your diet and encourage portion control. A Registered Dietitian is a great resource to help you build healthy habits, like creating a weekly meal plan, building […]
Spring Clean Your Pantry
Spring Clean Your Pantry Out with the old, in with the new! Nutrition is in this season and we put together your guide to spring clean your pantry. Follow these four easy steps to make sure your pantry is stocked with healthy, nutritious ingredients. Clean First things first – remove every single item from your […]
Plan For a Successful End of 2020
The end of year weight gain starts at Halloween, goes through New Years, and takes twice as long to take off as it did to put on. If you have any shred of a sweet tooth or tend to overindulge during holiday meals, now is the time to start planning for a successful end of 2020.
Top 5 Ways to Stay Healthy on Thanksgiving
5 Ways To Stay Healthy On Thanksgiving The Holidays are a time to celebrate and relax, but some of us still have goals in mind to accomplish. How can we marry the two between relaxing yet enjoying? A little mindfulness and a little planning go a long way. It’s a Holiday, so expect some foods/items […]
World Vegan Day
World Vegan Day November 1st officially marks another World Vegan Day. Are you planning to celebrate or are you even just a little veg-curious? Let’s break down what a vegan is and we’ll even give you the top 5 things to consider for nutrition before diving into it. What Is Veganism? According to The Vegan Society, […]
What Does a Dietitian Eat? Volume II
GlobalFit interviews CHARGE Registered Dietitian Laurel Dix to learn how to eat like a Dietitian.