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Understanding Nitrates and Nitrites in Your Diet: A Guide to Healthier Eating
Food choices are fundamental to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, understanding the complexities of food nutrition can often be daunting, especially when it comes to substances like nitrates and nitrites. These compounds are commonly found in various foods, including leafy greens and deli meats, and their impact on health is a topic of concern. Here,…
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Revolutionizing Astronaut Nutrition: A Dive into Felice N. Jacka’s Research
Revolutionizing Astronaut Nutrition: A Dive into Felice N. Jacka’s Research Renowned researcher Felice N. Jacka’s work, focusing on the relationship between diet, gut microbes, and mental health, brings forth a groundbreaking perspective on astronaut nutrition for potential Mars missions. Her studies, backed by a National Health and Medical Research Council investigator grant and various other…
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The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition Launches New Article Series to Educate Physicians and other Health Care Professionals on Nutrition – American Society for Nutrition
Rockville, MD (January 16, 2024) – To educate physicians and other health care professionals on the fundamentals of nutrition, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has launched a new article series titled Nutrition for the Clinician. The effort supports the White House National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health and its directives to expand nutrition knowledge of health care providers, an…
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3 Health Benefits Of Coconut Water, According To Experts
“Coconut water is the liquid found naturally inside of a coconut (a green, immature coconut) and is composed of carbohydrates, potassium and various levels of other compounds such as flavonoids, anthocyanins…phenolic acids and amino acids,” says Monique Richard, a Johnson City, Tennessee-based registered dietitian nutritionist, owner of Nutrition-In-Sight and national media spokesperson for the Academy…
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BCHC Welcomes Nutrition Services Director
INDEPENDENCE – Buchanan County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to welcome Crystal Kaufman as Nutrition Services Director. Crystal came to BCHC in early 2023 from the Tama area, where she served as the Food Service Director for the Tama County Jail. Crystal is responsible for the overall operations of the Nutrition Services Department. New to…
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Boost nutrition with a tropical treat
A smooth, fruity smoothie provides a delicious way to start your morning strong, add much-needed afternoon energy or cap off a successful day as a better-for-you dessert. The next time you crave a tasty treat, turn to this Tropical Boba Smoothie for a little sip of paradise. Thicker than traditional boba tea, this tropical-inspired solution…
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Feeding Mars: The Pivotal Role of Nutrition and Microbes in Space Travel
Feeding Mars: The Pivotal Role of Nutrition and Microbes in Space Travel As humanity sets sights on a potential mission to Mars, anticipated to occur in the late 2030s or early 2040s, a crucial yet often overlooked aspect comes into focus: the importance of a proper diet for astronauts. A mission to Mars isn’t about…
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Barbara Intermill, On Nutrition: Diet and diverticulitis
A friend tells me her husband spent the better part of the holidays suffering with a bout of divertitulitis. I feel his pain. It’s a fairly common condition, especially as we get older. What to eat when plagued with this intestinal condition depends on where one is in the process. Let me explain. For reasons…
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10 Signs of Magnesium Deficiency Every Runner Should Know
Magnesium is an electrolyte that has been praised for everything from better sleep to boosted athletic performance. This might make you wonder if you’re consuming enough of it, especially considering you lose electrolytes through sweat. As a runner, you want to consume enough magnesium so your body can make protein, conduct muscle and nerve functions,…
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A Guide To The Best Foods For Kidney Health
Researchers, like Casey M. Rebholz, Ph.D., an associate professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health studying CKD, suggest the evidence on the top foods for CKD is evolving beyond restricting individual nutrients, like potassium, to more holistic aspects of the diet. “For example, current clinical guidelines now mention the benefits of increasing fruit…