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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Step Your Way to Lower Mortality

We’ve all heard the advice to walk at least 10,000 steps each day. It’s been promoted for several years for its health benefits, but there’s been little data to support the suggestion that it reduces the risk of disease. A 2022 meta-analysis of studies published in the Lancet sheds some light on daily steps and all-cause mortality.

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Handout: Bird Flu and Egg Cost

Here is a sign from a country store selling 30 eggs for $12.99 but some stores are completely out of eggs or they are restricting the number or purchases - what is going on with the avian flu and the egg shortage or increased cost of eggs?

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Handout: Bird Flu and Egg Cost

Here is a sign from a country store selling 30 eggs for $12.99 but some stores are completely out of eggs or they are restricting the number or purchases - what is going on with the avian flu and the egg shortage or increased cost of eggs?

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Handout: Bird Flu and Egg Cost

Here is a sign from a country store selling 30 eggs for $12.99 but some stores are completely out of eggs or they are restricting the number or purchases - what is going on with the avian flu and the egg shortage or increased cost of eggs?

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Optimize Protein Intake to Lower Food Cost

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight or 0.36 grams per pound. The RDA indicates how much of a nutrient you need for essential health. So, if you weigh 150 pounds, that is only 50 grams of protein or about 2 ounces. People who are very athletic or older may want a little more. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans have shifted away from dictating percentages of macronutrients to focusing on a healthy eating plan that is high in fiber with nutrient-dense foods.

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Optimize Protein Intake to Lower Food Cost

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight or 0.36 grams per pound. The RDA indicates how much of a nutrient you need for essential health. So, if you weigh 150 pounds, that is only 50 grams of protein or about 2 ounces. People who are very athletic or older may want a little more. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans have shifted away from dictating percentages of macronutrients to focusing on a healthy eating plan that is high in fiber with nutrient-dense foods.

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

The Scoop on Seed Oils and Health

As a dietitian, I’m often asked questions about the latest trends on social media. One of the most prominent ones lately is that seed oils are “toxic” and should be avoided at all costs. But is this good advice, or not?

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How Diet May Impact Parkinson’s Disease

Michael J Fox, the famous actor from Family Ties, put Parkinson’s Disease on everyone’s radar when he was diagnosed in 1991. Back then, not much was known about this chronic neurogenerative disease. Thankfully, there’s growing interest in how nutrition may help prevent and slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD).

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How Diet May Impact Parkinson’s Disease

Michael J Fox, the famous actor from Family Ties, put Parkinson’s Disease on everyone’s radar when he was diagnosed in 1991. Back then, not much was known about this chronic neurogenerative disease. Thankfully, there’s growing interest in how nutrition may help prevent and slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD).

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Poor Diet Linked with Multi-generational Health Issues

While most people recognize that obesity has genetic links, they may not consider the impact of malnutrition. According to a recent study from Tulane University, a diet lacking protein in one generation may be responsible for health risks in offspring including low birth weight and smaller kidneys that may linger for several generations.

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Poor Diet Linked with Multi-generational Health Issues

While most people recognize that obesity has genetic links, they may not consider the impact of malnutrition. According to a recent study from Tulane University, a diet lacking protein in one generation may be responsible for health risks in offspring including low birth weight and smaller kidneys that may linger for several generations.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Handout: Bird Flu and Egg Cost

Here is a sign from a country store selling 30 eggs for $12.99 but some stores are completely out of eggs or they are restricting the number or purchases - what is going on with the avian flu and the egg shortage or increased cost of eggs?

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Veggie-Boost: Fun & Easy Ways to Get More Veggies on Your Plate!

Vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, offering a wealth of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, that support overall well-being. Eating a variety of vegetables provides vital nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and folate, which are crucial for immune function, heart health, and cell repair. Fiber in vegetables aids digestion, promotes a healthy gut, and helps regulate blood sugar levels, which is beneficial for maintaining energy and preventing chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. Additionally, antioxidants in vegetables help combat oxidative stress, reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of conditions like cancer. Incorporating more vegetables into daily meals can improve energy levels, enhance skin health, and support long-term wellness. Here is how to eat more.

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