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Nutrition Basics: Deciphering the Intricacies of Digestion

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When someone discovers I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), they often dive into questions about specific foods, diets or supplements they’ve heard about. I absolutely adore these conversations because I’m passionate about all things nutrition, including the intricate dance of digestion! In these discussions, I delve into why the food, diet or supplement may […]

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The Science of Chewing: Enhance Your Health and Prevent Digestive Issues

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Have you ever had a meal that you don’t remember eating, you look down and all the food is just… gone? Do you rush through meals due to a busy schedule or out of a childhood habit to ensure you got enough to eat? If so, you’re not alone. However, what you may not realize

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Healthy Eating Made Simple: 9 Steps to a Better Diet, One Habit at a Time

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Several years ago, I listened to a Tim Ferriss podcast featuring Dr. Rhonda Patrick. Their whole discussion was a fantastic geek out about genetics, epigenetics, biochemistry, and the impact of diet, lifestyle and environment on a person’s health. Two insights from Ferriss stuck with me: Although nutrition science has evolved in the decade since that

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Clarifying Carbohydrates to Understand Their Nutritional Impact

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Ah, carbohydrates. Perhaps the most controversial and misunderstood of the macronutrients in the current dietary landscape. Given that virtually all of us consume carbs regularly and many of us harbor preconceived notions about the right types and amounts, let’s delve into this macronutrient to understand how to integrate it into our personalized diets for optimal

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Protein Unpacked: Understanding the Role of Protein in Your Diet

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Although water counts for 45-70% of an adult human’s body weight and is the most essential nutrient for survival, protein seems to be the critical macronutrient for body function. Our muscles, organs, blood cells, enzymes, hormones, and other bodily components are comprised of protein. Given this fact, it’s just as well that most people accept protein

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Unraveling the Mystery of Nutrients: Macro-, Micro-, Phytonutrients, and Water

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Ever wondered what exactly constitutes “food”? Or hear about some type of nutrient and have no idea where to find it in your meal? According to the good old Merriam-Webster dictionary, food is merely “material consisting essentially of protein, carbohydrate, and fat used in the body of an organism to sustain growth, repair, and vital

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Nutrition Basics: The “ -ion” Words of How Food Becomes Energy

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As a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN), I’ve spent decades delving into and being fascinated by the intricate world of nutrition science. At the heart of my practice lies a belief in the power of personalized nutrition – a tailored approach that recognizes the unique physiological needs of each person, as well as the importance of

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