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On Nutrition: More on probiotics
A column on probiotics brought this response from Don S. in Arizona: “One of my docs thinks supplements are important, the other thinks they are worthless. A continuing mystery until I read your quiz. My question: How do I know my (probiotic) supplements are alive? The capsules are kept at room temp for up to…
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Bringing nutrition from the table to the classroom
WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) — Nutrition Goes to School is an interactive educational program designed by dietitians at Wheeling Hospital that promotes healthy eating and exercise in a fun way to third- and fourth-grade students. Jill Spangler, director of clinical nutrition at WVU Medicine Wheeling Hospital and WVU Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital, stresses the importance of…
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The Impact of 100% Fruit Juices on Children’s BMI: Unveiling Nutritional Implications
With the ever-growing concern about childhood obesity and its subsequent health implications, it’s crucial to examine the various elements contributing to the problem. One such factor that’s been under the lens of scientific scrutiny recently is the consumption of 100% fruit juice by children. As per a recent study, there’s a potential connection between children’s…
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Beating the drum for childhood nutrition
SUPER MAN—Prescott Ellison poses for a portrait with two of his SuperFood friends he created, Andy Apple and Betty Broccoli, at his Simi Valley home on Jan. 23. MICHAEL COONS/Acorn Newspapers Simi Valley resident Prescott Ellison’s journey to becoming an advocate for childhood health began in a household where the values of education and nutrition…
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Beating the drum for nutrition
EATING RIGHT IS A SUPER POWER—Prescott Ellison hangs out with two SuperFood characters, Andy Apple and Betty Broccoli, at his Simi Valley home on Jan. 23. MICHAEL COONS/Acorn Newspapers Simi Valley resident Prescott Ellison’s journey to becoming an advocate for childhood health began in a household where the values of education and nutrition were paramount.…
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NANAIMO-BASED VEGAIN INKS UFC FIGHTER TO REP SPORTS NUTRITION BRAND
Edan Wolk and Melissa L’Heureux-Hache at the 2023 Nanaimo VegFest By Mark MacDonald NANAIMO – VEGAIN has a new partner in its fight for market share in the competitive sports nutrition industry – an undefeated Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight fighter. Ian Machado Garry, who is a vegan, has signed an exclusive endorsement partnership with…
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Trendy gluten-free diets can lead to nutritional consequences
Trendy gluten-free diets can lead to nutritional consequences | | Image Credit: © Icons-Studio – © Icons-Studio – stock.adobe.com. In recent years, the gluten-free diet trend has caused concerns for pediatricians and gastroenterologists alike because in most cases, this type of diet is not necessary or even advised. Though a staple treatment for celiac disease––a…
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Are All Keto Diets the Same? This Expert Says No
It may not come as a surprise that 12.9 million Americans follow the keto diet each year. As of 2024, keto lovers across the globe contributed to a whopping 27 million keto hashtags on Instagram, making this high-fat, low-carb diet a household name. If you or anyone you know has tried living the keto diet…
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‘Nutrition Goes to School’ program helping to battle childhood obesity in Ohio Valley
OHIO COUNTY, W.Va. — Students are learning something new every day in the Ohio Valley, and with the help of WVU Medicine, healthy nutrition is among the lessons. An educational series called ‘Nutrition Goes to School’ has been implemented across 16 schools in the area. “We are trying to get third- and fourth-grade children involved…
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Harmony on the plate: nourishing ourselves and the planet through sustainable nutrition
Introduction In a world grappling with the dual challenges of personal health and environmental sustainability, the concept of sustainable nutrition emerges as a beacon of hope and conscientious living. At its core, sustainable nutrition is a holistic approach that transcends the mere act of eating for sustenance. It is rooted in three fundamental pillars: environmental responsibility, social equity, and…