What Do the New Cholesterol Guidelines Mean for You?

If you are part of the one in three adults in the United States who have high levels of LDL or “bad” cholesterol, you are at greater risk for a heart attack or stroke. There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for high cholesterol. Recently, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology released new…

Keeping healthy this winter

By Janet Domke, RN BSN Now that the colder winter weather is here, it is essential to take care of yourself and stay healthy so you can make the most of the “most wonderful time of the year!” Human behavior facilitates the transmission of the common cold and flu. During the winter, we travel en…

Don’t Freeze Up Your Fun! Preventing Winter Injuries

Winter chores and recreational activities such as shoveling snow, skiing, skating, and sledding can be all fun and games until you get hurt. Even simple things like slipping on an icy sidewalk can cause injury, muscle strains, sprains and spasms, leading to pain and stiffness. Prevent pain and injury by taking the proper precautions before…

Confessions of a Dietitian

By Melissa Buscetta, RD, CDN I am terrible at meal prep. I know, as a dietitian, how crazy? I know a ton of dietitians who love meal planning and preparation on weekends for the work week ahead, however, it feels very overwhelming and limiting to me. I have found what works for me is keeping…

Christine Amoroso appointed vice president for quality at Mather

December 13, 2018 Christine Amoroso, RN, BS, MS, has been appointed as Mather Hospital’s vice president for quality, a new position. Amoroso previously was director of quality management for Southside Hospital in Bay Shore. Before joining Southside in 2013, she served as assistant director of corporate quality for Northwell Health. Amoroso received her master’s degree…

Christine Amoroso appointed vice president for quality at Mather

PORT JEFFERSON, NY – Christine Amoroso, RN, BS, MS, has been appointed as Mather Hospital’s vice president for quality, a new position. Amoroso previously was director of quality management for Southside Hospital in Bay Shore. Before joining Southside in 2013, she served as assistant director of corporate quality for Northwell Health. Amoroso received her master’s…

Lighter Green Bean Casserole

From your Bariatric Nutrition Team If you love the traditional green bean casserole – so popular for the holidays – this is a lightened-up version that won’t weigh you down. Makes 10 servings (serving size is 1/2 cup).

Fighting Holiday Stress

From your Bariatric Nutrition Team Don’t you want to feel joyful and relaxed during the holidays and less agitated? “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” You remember those lyrics by Andy Williams, don’t you? What happened to sipping warm beverages while listening to joyful holiday songs by the fire? Unfortunately, sometimes our holidays…

Holiday Hacks

By Melissa Buscetta, RD, CDN our kids leftover Halloween candy, marathon Thanksgiving meals, and holiday work parties can leave you feeling overwhelmed with managing your weight during the holiday season.  Here are some tips to create a more mindful holiday eating experience: