Chicken and butternut squash gnocchi
From your Bariatric Nutrition Team If you’re in the mood for a warm, flavorful and filling dish, look no further than this one-pan meal.
Nutrition through the ages
There is no one size fits all approach to nutrition. We as human beings are always changing, and our nutritional needs change as we age. The food choices we make today may impact our health today, tomorrow, and well into the future. Learn about the nutrients needed for optimal health at all stages of life.
Nutrition in a pinch: When cooking is not an option
By Michelle Murdolo, MS, RD, CDN Sometimes cooking is just not an option. Maybe you’re going through a home renovation, you don’t have a lot of space, you’re traveling, or maybe you just don’t like to cook! Whatever the reason, there are still ways to make sure your body is getting all the nutrition it…
Hydration and exercise
By Erin Caraher, RDN, CDN Water is one of the most important essential compounds in the body. Water protects and cushions vital organs, aids the digestive system and regulates body temperature. Water also helps rid the body of waste. Half of the body is made up of water, which makes it vital for survival. Before,…
Questions to ask yourself in the first days of the new year
By Barbara Broggelwirth, RDN, CDN I read a great article by Ariane De Bonvoisin on different ways to view our goals for the new year. One of the ideas that really resonated with me was asking the question, “What do I most want to feel this year?” Asking the question in this way takes us…
Just move – physical activity for health
By Helaine Krasner, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN I get it. Sometimes we just need to rest and recharge and put all those ambitious exercise goals on the back burner. Relaxation is a necessary part of health that lowers stress and enhances our immunity, but it’s important to strike a balance between physical activity and recovery.
Brussel sprouts and kale salad
From your Bariatric nutrition team Although readily available most of the year, Brussels sprouts are in abundance right now. That makes it a perfect time to be creative with different recipes for this fabulous fall vegetable. This salad is rich in nutrients that include fiber and vitamins C and K from Brussels sprouts and vitamins…
Food control – take charge and take a step towards healthier eating
By Daphne Baldwin Kornrich, MS, RDN, CSOWM, CDN Being in control of our food environment can be daunting to say the least. Trying to make healthy choices can be overwhelming due to the overabundance of unhealthy food choices, relentless advertising, and our own relationship with food. We eat when we are happy, sad, stressed, bored,…
Excessive zinc supplementation can be dangerous to your health
By Barbara Broggelwirth, RDN, CDN Are you supplementing with zinc? Be careful! Excess zinc intake can lead to a copper deficiency which can cause neurological problems, including numbness and weakness in the arms and legs. Zinc is a trace mineral, meaning that we only need small amounts of it to support our health. It is…
Nutrition in pregnancy
By Erin Caraher, RDN, CDN Supplying your body with adequate nutrition during pregnancy is so important for your growing fetus. Eating a variety of nutrient dense foods is not only good for fertility, keeping you energized and healthy throughout pregnancy but also may help make labor a little bit easier!