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FAMILY HEALTH, NUTRITIONStudy: Ten times more children and youth are obese...
Nov 16, 2017
A new study shows one in five children in the U.S. is obese. It’s concerning to healthcare professionals who are seeing an increase in certain conditions in adolescents. Continue Reading -
WOMEN'S CARE, NUTRITIONCan I eat fish while I’m pregnant? A nutritionist ...
Oct 24, 2017
Should pregnant women eat seafood? The answer is not a definitive no. However, seafood consumption should be monitored based on quantity and especially mercury levels. Continue Reading -
NUTRITION, WOMEN'S CARE10 food safety tips to protect yourself and your b...
Jun 27, 2017
Due to a weakened immune system, pregnant women and their unborn babies are at high risk of contracting a foodborne illness. It is important for expecting moms to practice safe food handling and cooki... Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONFive common child food allergies and substitute op...
Apr 6, 2017
There is nothing harder than preparing your child for a playdate, a sleepover or even snack time if they have food allergies. And with an increasing number of children in the United States with a food... Continue Reading -
NUTRITION, HEART HEALTHSix foods to add, six foods to avoid in a heart-he...
Feb 14, 2017
A healthy diet is vital in the fight against heart disease. Sure you eat fruits and vegetables, but there are other foods you can add to your diet to improve your heart’s health. Along the same lines,... Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONNutrition and running: Fuel for the course
Jan 24, 2017
Your diet should be an important factor in preparing for a run. St. Joseph's Hospital Clinical Dietitian and ultra marathoner Andrea Manley offers some tips. Continue Reading -
NUTRITIONIs a vegetarian diet better for you?
Jan 5, 2017
Are you considering going vegetarian? Maybe you just want to reduce the amount of animal protein you eat? St. Joseph's Hospital Clinical Dietitian and pescatarian Andrea Manley offers some educational... Continue Reading