Tag Archives: Nutrition

Understanding Nutritional Wellness and HIV

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It’s possible – even easy – to support your immune system with proper nutrition. By Carol Wolin, MA RD LD   ā€œBut, I have HIVā€ is an expression I often hear when discussing nutrition with my clients. My response is that malnutrition never benefitted anyone’s health, but good nutritional foundations lay the framework for energy, …

Dietitians on Diabetes: Eating What You Want and Enjoying It

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Living with diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t have what you crave. The trick is knowing how to manage the craving. By Ileana Martinez, Registered Dietitian   This year’s national nutrition month theme invites us to embrace global cultures and cuisines by celebrating a ā€œworld of flavorsā€. As a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist I have …

Registered Dietitian Weighs in on When to Seek a Nutrition Consult

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There are many reasons you might want to consult a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), including achieving a healthy weight, supporting a healthy pregnancy, boosting athletic performance, and more. By Barrett White   Your body is like a machine, and food is fuel. Your body uses what you put into it – carbs for fuel, proteins …