As children grow into teenagers, they’ll require certain nutrients to assist their bodies in development. However, many are not getting the correct nutrients they need. They’re being fueled with fatty foods that don’t contain what they need to grow into healthy adults. As their parents, you can help your child get the correct vitamins and ...
There are so many rumors about what to eat, and what not to eat, during pregnancy. How do you make sure you are eating healthy foods for your pregnancy? Follow a simple diet filled with the proper nutrients and food groups. Folic Acid. Folic acid is arguably one of the most important nutrients in early ...
Calcium is more important than you think. We all know that calcium is needed for strong bones and teeth. But its role in overall health is far more extensive than that since it is necessary to sustain a normal heartbeat (it helps muscles contract normally), regulate blood pressure, assist in blood clotting and maintain a ...
If you are going through menopause, you know that the symptoms can be rough. Hot flashes and night sweats can be some of the worst. But, scientists say, there are certain foods and supplements you can consume – or avoid – that may keep you healthy and possibly alleviate some of the symptoms that accompany ...
Increasing your daily calcium intake doesn’t necessarily mean increasing your consumption of dairy products. While most dairy products, like cheese, yogurt and milk, are good sources of calcium, this important mineral is found in a wide variety of foods. For those people who are unable to consume milk or milk products, getting enough calcium can ...
Good nutrition is essential for good health at any age, but it becomes even more important when you cross the threshold into late middle-age. As a physician, I constantly emphasize the importance of eating a balanced diet of lean protein, fruits, vegetables and healthy sources of fat to patients. Why is eating a nutritious diet ...
Every year, when I have my regular physician checkup, my doctor asks me about my calcium intake. She always says it’s important for the bones, and to prevent osteoporosis and other problems. I usually say yeah, that’s fine, I’m consuming enough calcium, and when I get home, don’t think much about that. When tragedy strikes ...
Despite the best efforts of parents to have their kids eat a well balanced diet, doctors are finding kids throughout the U.S. are frequently deficient in some of the most important nutrients. Nutritional deficiencies in kids are such a concern that the U.S. government has addressed the problem in their Dietary Guidelines for Americans by ...
My first DEXA (Densitometry) scan three years ago showed numbers indicating I was beginning to develop osteoporosis, so I worked hard to build my bone density back and the numbers improved. In fact, the next year my numbers had improved so much that I was not required to repeat the scan the following year. However, ...
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