Authored by Emina Suta MS RDN IFNCP If you’ve ever been told to “watch your cholesterol,” “avoid eggs,” or “cut out red meat,” but left feeling more confused than clear—you’re not alone. Even some doctors don’t always agree on what cholesterol numbers really mean or...
Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are important compounds produced by the gut microbiome during the fermentation of dietary fiber. These metabolites play a critical role in gut health, immune function, and metabolism, making them essential for overall well-being. ...
By Maddie Hays, MS, CN The end of summer signals many things: back to school ads, the return of pumpkin-flavored everything, and the ramp up to fall sports. If you or your child is a student athlete, then you’re very familiar with the demands of juggling a practice...
Making healthy choices during the winter holidays can be challenging for anyone. Disruptions brought on by travel, stress and food-filled celebrations can really wreak havoc on people’s self-care practices, and often set us up for situations that lead to less...
A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is a handy way to keep an eye on blood sugar. For clients with blood glucose dysregulation — those with diabetes or prediabetes — they can be a beneficial and safe way to know how your blood sugar is trending throughout the day....
The Holiday Season rolls around every year and with it comes sweets of every kind. One of the most popular and easily accessible? Grocery store chocolate. It’s delicious! We all eat it, we all love it – it’s a part of our holiday celebrations! But is it worse...
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