Nutrition Archives

Folic Acid and Your Health

Jun 11, 2018 · Kate Brophy · Nutrition

You may be familiar with folic acid as a supplement that women are advised to take during pregnancy. But it's important for all of us to get enough folic acid: It's an essential nutrient for the formation of red blood cells and the healthy growth and function of cells. Folic … Read More

Do You Have Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms?

Jun 11, 2018 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

The shift toward the modern Western diet has caused an increase in cases of magnesium deficiency.[1] Most people meet only about 50 percent of the U.S. Recommended Dietary Allowance of magnesium (410 to 420 mg per day for men and 310 to 320 mg per day for women).[2] This can … Read More

Kale Benefits: 7 Reasons to Eat This Superfood

Jun 5, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Nutrition

No wonder it’s been dubbed by health and nutrition experts as a “superfood” over the last few years: Kale benefits your entire body, from your bones to your heart to your digestive system. Kale is also versatile, easy to prepare, and delicious, so if it hasn’t found a permanent place … Read More

Health Benefits of Blueberries

Jun 1, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Nutrition

The many health benefits of blueberries may surprise you: They have a positive effect on everything from your heart to your blood vessels to your brain. Let’s start with some blueberry basics: A one-cup serving of blueberries contains just 80 calories and 0.5 grams of fat while delivering almost 25 … Read More

Natural Appetite Suppressant: Here’s How to Lose Weight Naturally

May 31, 2018 · Kathleen Jade, ND · Nutrition

While you may already know that dark leafy greens—like kale or spinach—are some of the most nutrient-dense foods in the world, it’s unlikely you’re aware of a compound in these veggies that acts as a natural appetite suppressant. Swedish researchers recently discovered that sac-like structures called thylakoids, which are abundant … Read More

Is Bottled Water Safe?

May 30, 2018 · Cindy Foley · Nutrition

If you Googled “Is bottled water safe?” you likely found yourself inundated with countless sources that say, in a word, "No!” If you read on, however, you'd find that most of the controversy surrounding that question involves not so much the water itself, but the plastic bottles. So let's explore … Read More

Probiotic Foods: Best Choices and Supplements

May 29, 2018 · Jim Black · Nutrition

At any given time, trillions of bacteria live in your body, many of which reside in the large intestine. This colonic community of bacteria, known as the gut microbiota, plays a key role in immune function, digestion, weight management, and blood-sugar control, among other functions. Some of these microorganisms cause … Read More

How to Use a Mindful Eating Exercise to Lose Weight: Part 2

May 29, 2018 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

In Part 1 of this two-part series, you learned how being distracted when you eat can lead to overeating and unhealthy habits, which may make losing weight particularly difficult. Here, you'll learn about a simple mindful eating exercise will bring your focus and awareness back to your food. Try This … Read More

Is Being Vegan Healthy? It Could Help You Lose Weight

May 21, 2018 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Even though I choose to eat meat, I am happy that vegan diets are popular. As someone who doesn’t eat eggs or milk due to intolerances, this means that when I am on the go or eating out, it is easy to find food that is free of these commonly … Read More

Ask the Doctor: “Weight-Loss Tactics: Diet… or Exercise?”

May 17, 2018 · Rosanne Leipzig, MD, PhD · Nutrition

Dr. Rosanne Leipzig, Professor and Vice Chair of the Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Adult Development at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai in New York, N.Y., addresses reader questions on weight loss. Q: A friend thinks focusing on diet is enough to lose weight, but I say … Read More

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