Nutrition Center for Disease and Weight Management

03/04/2022

Research on alcohol shows menacing outcomes!

https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/04/health/alcohol-brain-shrinkage-wellness/index.html

As little as one beer or glass of wine can begin shrinking your brain, a new study says, and the damage worsens with every added drink.

01/30/2022

A grim recommendation about alcohol….

https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20220125/no-amount-alcohol-safe-heart-whf?ecd=wnl_hrt_012922&ctr=wnl-hrt-012922_lead_title&mb=jfzxbPano%40BKWNJXovtKOmdEpmNqbUHLiN6Gop0xO6Y%3D

Even small amounts of alcohol have been shown to raise heart disease risk, the World Heart Federation says in a new policy brief calling for "urgent and decisive" action to curb alcohol use.

01/29/2022

Interesting research data regarding the benefit of Omega-3 fatty acids..

https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/27/health/vitamin-d-fish-oil-autoimmune-wellness/index.html

Older adults who took daily fish oil and vitamin D supplements for more than two years were about 30% less likely to develop autoimmune disorders, a new study says.

01/09/2022

What can Ginger do for you?

https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-health-benefits-ginger

Ginger can do much more than spice up your supper. Find out all the ways this superfood boosts health.

11/07/2021

You ask what is a healthy cheese?

Read this..

https://www.cnn.com/2021/11/07/health/healthiest-cheese-wellness/index.html

Delicious and nutritious, cheese can be a great source of protein and calcium when consumed in moderation and in the context of a well-balanced diet. How to choose the best cheese for you? We asked experts to share some helpful advice.

08/04/2020

Some interesting info about Caffeine...

https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-how-much-caffeine?ecd=wnl_wmh_080320&ctr=wnl-wmh-080320_nsl-LeadModule_title&mb=jfzxbPano%40BKWNJXovtKOmdEpmNqbUHLiN6Gop0xO6Y%3d

Ever wonder how much caffeine you get each day? You may be surprised how much is in the things you enjoy.

05/05/2020

If bad breath is the issue, read this..

https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/05/health/mask-coronavirus-bad-breath-10-causes-remedies/index.html

Is wearing a mask highlighting bad breath you didn't realize you had? Here are 10 possible reasons why your breath could stop a tank and how to fix it.

04/05/2020

Can’ find face masks? Try this...

https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/04/health/how-to-make-your-own-mask-wellness-trnd/index.html

Here are step-by-step instructions on how to make your own mask, based on guidance from the Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin. They're reusable and washable, and they should be worn while you continue to obey social distancing measures.

03/27/2020

Coronavirus alert! Must watch. Tips for safe shopping

https://youtu.be/sjDuwc9KBps

PSA Safe Grocery Shopping in COVID-19 Pandemic – UPDATED!!! IMPORTANT EDIT FROM NIH DATA: COVID-19 LIVES ON CARDBOARD FOR 1 DAY. SEE SOURCES BELOW. This is t...

03/26/2020

Don’t sweat during a Coronavirus lock down...eat smart!

https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/17/health/coronavirus-quarantine-grocery-list-drayer-wellness/

These are the best foods to buy when you know you're going to be stuck at home for awhile but don't want to sacrifice a healthy diet.

03/23/2020

In light of Gov. Holcomb’s guidance to close non-essential services to curb the spread of Covid-19, aka Coronavirus, we have made a decision to err on the side of caution.

Nutrition Center will be closed for two weeks, starting today, March 23, 2020.

We wish everyone a safe and healthy two weeks. Please use caution as your guideline to keep the dreadful Coronavirus away from you as well as those around you.

03/18/2020

Better be safe than sorry!

https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20200306/power-of-hand-washing-to-prevent-coronavirus

For handwashing and the Coronavirus, studies have shown that the vast majority of people are doing it wrong. In the age of Coronavirus, it's more important we do it right to help prevent spread - here's how.

01/17/2020

You are not destined to your genetics, says a research study..

https://www.webmd.com/diet/obesity/news/20200108/what-matters-more-for-obesity-risk-genes-or-lifestyle

For years, research into "obesity genes" has led many Americans to believe that their DNA makes becoming overweight and obese inevitable. But the new study shows that daily lifestyle -- not genes -- probably plays the much bigger role.

11/01/2019

Good dietary advice. Provides links for Mediterranean food recipes. Check them out!

https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-12-reasons-to-love-the-mediterranean-diet

With olive oil, nuts, wine, fruits, veggies, whole grains, and fish as staples, you can’t beat the Mediterranean diet for fresh, satisfying flavors. And, it’s super-healthy. Check out WebMD's 12 reasons to love this way of eating.

10/13/2019

Better be safe than sorry...

https://www-m.cnn.com/2019/10/07/health/germs-home-wellness/index.html?r=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2F

Are you cleaning all the germiest places in your home and life? Here are some disgusting places bacteria can hide that you may have overlooked.

05/21/2019

What to eat before, and after exercise
https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/ss/slideshow-foods-for-workout

The right foods before and after a workout can help boost your results. Learn which ones are best, and which ones to avoid.

05/07/2019

Women, please pay attention to your heart!
https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/ss/slideshow-women-heart-disease

Heart disease affects men and women. But symptoms in women -- and the conditions they’re likely to get -- can be very different. Learn symptoms and risks.

04/24/2019

Eat good foods folks!

https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/911932

One in five deaths were tied to poor diets, researchers found; global diets need rebalancing to include more whole grains, milk, nuts, and seeds, experts say.