As we head into another flu season in the midst of the continued threat of Covid variantsThe most important question for everyone is: “What can I do to strengthen my immune system?” One of the best places to start is with your diet. Studies show that our gut microbiome, or the trillions of microorganisms that … Read more
More than 11% of Americans have diabetes, which occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. As a nutritionist who has lived with type 1 diabetes for more than 30 years, I’ve found that having diabetes doesn’t mean you have to completely stop eating what you love. Controlling blood … Read more
food and humor they are so intricately connected that they have inspired a new area of brain study: nutritional psychiatrywhich examines how what we eat affects how we feel. As a dietitian and nutritionist Having researched and experienced this connection firsthand, I find it endlessly fascinating that we can empower ourselves to feel partly, or … Read more