Posts in Seniors
Hey Sunshine! Got Vitamin D?
Vitamin D deficient? Discover how basking a few minutes in the summer sun and eating vitamin D-rich foods can help. Guest Post By: Tracy Duda, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student Are you one of the countless people who have been told you have a vitamin D deficiency? Vitamin D ... more
Read moreThe DASH Diet: A New Eating Plan for Diabetes Health
10 DASH diet basics to get you started. Guest Post By: Alyse Schulz, Nutrition & Dietetics Student, Dominican University According to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 30.3 million Americans are currently living with diabetes, while another 84.1 million people are pre-diabetic and at-risk for ... more
Read moreCholine: A Natural Forgetfulness Cure?
Discover why choline is getting a lot of attention for being a memory booster. By: Daniel Schmitt, Nutrition and Dietetics Student at Dominican University How many times do you misplace your keys, wallet, or even cell phone? Well, if you are anything like me, this is a frequent occurrence. I ... more
Read moreCan Cinnamon Decrease High Blood Pressure?
The “ground-up”truth about cinnamon’s effect on decreasing high blood pressure. Guest Post By: Shannon Stewart, Nutrition & Dietetics Student, Dominican University Cinnamon is the spice with everything nice. It tastes good, smells good, and may help lower your blood pressure, especially if you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. According ... more
Read moreWhat’s the Best Hangover Cure?
3 reasons why drinking cranberry juice just might be the most effective hangover cure. Guest Post By: Bree Hanson, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student It’s the morning after a night out and you’re feeling the dominant effects of the alcohol – headache, nausea, light-sensitivity, exhaustion, and sore muscles. You ... more
Read moreFive Foods That Fight Diabetes
Smooth out blood sugar highs and lows with these tasty unprocessed foods. By: Jodie Shield, MED, RD Sweet! November is National Diabetes Month, but hold your fork, knife, and spoon! If you, or any of your peeps, have diabetes – or just want to prevent it – check out the ... more
Read more10 Healthy Breakfasts Under 10 Minutes
Ready … Set … Breakfast is served! By: Jodie Shield, MED, RD In a rush? No time to make breakfast? Kids aren’t hungry? Sound familiar? These are some of the most common reasons why kids (and parents!) don’t eat breakfast. But breakfast is too important for anyone to skip. It ... more
Read moreTop 7 Foods for Healthier Eyes
For improved eye health, take a closer look at your grocery list. Guest Post By: Bryton Ashman, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student Our eyes are one of the most fascinating and complex parts of the body. We rely on them for nearly every moment of our waking lives. Their ... more
Read moreHemp: Weed or Healthy Seed?
Discover why there’s such a buzz about hemp seeds the latest superfood. By: Anne King, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student Hemp seeds are a nutritional-powerhouse, but they’ve gotten a bad rap. Here’s the deal. Hemp seeds come from the plant Cannabis Sativa, yes, the same plant marijuana comes from. ... more
Read moreShould You Ditch Your Caffeine Habit?
Celebrate “Lazy Day” without the jitters with these caffeine-kicking tips. By: Ian Cook, Dominican University Nutrition and Dietetics Student Have you ever been so wired on caffeine that you can’t relax? You may have a busy schedule that requires extra energy, but too many double shots of espresso and you ... more
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