July 2008
Nutrition Needed to Heal the Brain

This article reviews the importance of feeding patients in a timely manner and with adequate nutrition post a traumatic head injury. If you have ever had a loved one in this situation then you know how quickly their status can change. If you knew that feeding them slightly earlier post injury and adding a few more calories might make a difference then why not? Your body needs a certain amount of calories to be able to function and heal wounds, so it would make sense that during a head injury the nutrition of the patient should be closely monitored as well.
 

Wellness in the Workplace

It would make sense that incorporating some sort of wellness program at work would benefit not only your employees but your bottom line as well. These programs have become more and more popular for a two reasons: the rising obesity epidemic and rising health costs. Most of us usually spend more than a third of the day at work but maybe only an hour ever now and then working out and focusing on eating healthy. Employers are starting to see the benefits of having healthy, happy employees.

Buying in Bulk and Keeping It Safe

Good hand hygiene and properly storing items can make a big difference in the amount of harmful bacteria you ingest every day. This article reviews some of the most commonly overlooked precautions that everyday consumers can follow to prevent certain illnesses. Some of these rules can be an eye opener for the shopper and should become part of their food safety rules. Remember to take extra precaution when preparing food for the very young and the elderly. Their immune system may not be as strong as a young adult and ingesting harmful bacteria could result in a serious illness.

June 2008
Common Misconceptions About Obesity

This article discusses some of the common misconceptions that people have about obesity such as needing to lose a large amount of weight at once and weight gain being a natural part of aging. There are also a lot of interesting statistics on the website if you are interested in learning more about how obesity is affecting our economy.
Obesity Facts

The Effects of Soy on Breast Cancer

The pros and cons of eating soy in relation to breast cancer are detailed in the link below. There have been studies suggesting that soy can be beneficial to women fighting breast cancer and an equal amount of studies stating that soy can be harmful to women fighting breast cancer. This article gives you the information you need to make your own educated conclusion about the effects of soy on breast cancer.
Should Women with Breast Cancer Eat Soy?
 

Survival Tips for Eating at the Office

This article provides you with some helpful tips when it comes to eating in your office. Help prevent food borne illness in your office and decrease how many days your employees miss due to a “stomach bug”.
Desktop Dining Tips
 

Lactose Intolerance: All or Nothing?

Being lactose intolerant doesn’t mean that have to avoid all dairy products. Sometimes introducing dairy products into the diet in small amounts can help reduce your sensitivity to lactose. This article provides you with some great tips and information about lactose intolerance.
The Truth About Lactose Intolerance
 

May 2008

Where does your nutrition advice come from?

You wouldn’t take medical advice from just anyone so why would you trust someone you know nothing about to provide you with accurate nutrition advice? There are many people that claim to be nutrition experts with certificates to prove it, but do these certificates really mean anything? The link below shows a great example of why you should never trust just any certificate and the importance of knowing that registered dietitians are the true nutrition experts.
Who's Your Nutrition Expert?

Food Poisoning and Pregnancy

Food poisoning is a risk that we all take when we eat out at a restaurant or at home. However, being pregnant makes women more susceptible to food poisoning and being aware of how to prevent it can make those nine months much more enjoyable. The link has some great ways to help prevent food poisoning not just for pregnant women but for anyone that may have a weakened immune system.
Prevent Food Poisoning

Doing It All and Being Healthy

Hypertension, Heart Disease, High Cholesterol, Diabetes and Obesity

We all lead hectic lifestyles, trying to fit everything into one day and making everyone happy. Understanding that the laundry or your favorite television show can wait but our health will only be here for so long is important. Start adding healthier habits to your life now to ensure that you will be here long enough to enjoy life. Making a few better choices with food and adding some exercise to your routine will go a long way to helping prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
Healthy Living Tips

Eating Healthier for Less

Everyone always says that it is too expensive to eat healthy. Eating healthy doesn’t have to take more money out of your pocket or time from your hands. The link below lists some easy ways to incorporate fruits and vegetables into your diet without a lot of money or time.
Saving Time & Money While Eating Healthier