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Welcome back Nutribirds!On todays episode we are covering everything milk. Recently the dairy isle has gotten bigger and bigger over the years mainly due to the rising popularity of milk alternatives. Milk is a staple when it comes to nutrition mainly becasue it provides so many great benefits for you. Great source of vitamin D and calcium and as well provides calories for you get throught you day. Lets chat about what are these dairy alternatives and what they can provide for you in a nutritional standpoint. Are they good or are they bad? Lets find out together!https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds!On todays episode we are talking about a topic so near and dear to our hearts, packing a school lunch for your kids. We loved packing lunches for our kids mainly because we know we can control the food they have while at school. Some schools have great programs for school lunch but most are bare minimum and lack a nutritional load. Therefore preparing a lunch for your kid is a great way to make sure thy have the correct ammount of nutriernts they need to get through the day. Also this is a great time to build that relationship with your child and create a bond that lasts forever. SAo come with us and get some great tips on how to can pack your childs lunch. https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds!On todays episode we cover one of the hottest topics right now, Ozempic. Ozempic's been on the rise recently mainly due to the fact that people are using it for the wrong reasons. The original purpose of the drug was for people with diabetes and maintaining ut but recently its being used for weight loss. Come with us and let us break down what is Ozempic and what are the benefits and losses of this drug. You might be more shoked than you think!https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds, On todays episode we go over everything hydration related. How do we propperly hydrate ourselfves and when do we know we are dehydrated? These are questions asked all the time to us and we decied its time especially with the hot weater to let you know how. Hydration is one of the most imporant thigns we need to pay attention to because if you are not properly hydrated everything else goes wrong. So come with us today ang GET HYDRATED!!!https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds!On Todays episode we cover all things summer camp related and answer some questions about what your kids should be doing to make sure they have the best time ever. Summer camps are a great way to give your child extra erichment in their life. They can great some great life skills and not to mentions amazing friends that come with it too. So come with us and learn the great wonders of the outdoors and way to make sure your child has the best summer ever!https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds!Have a cruise you are thinking of going to? Worried about what you should eat? Let us help break down what you should do while cruising. Maintaining nutritional value while on a cruise is important to make sure that you have the best time ever. Together lets find out what are some healthy habits you should develop while on a cruise and some tips and tricks to make sure you better maximise your trip. Do youn know what to do? Let us know!https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds!On todays episode we cover what healthy foods to eat while traverling. We all know that when we travel we tend to go a little ovcerboard on food and drinks because were trying to enjoy a good time. Little to people know is that when you do this you place your body into an irregular state and could potentially do some damage to yourself. Let us break down how you could better maximize your plate and potentially reach and order some better food for your body. Do you know what you could do when vacationing? Let us know!https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Welcome back Nutribirds!On today's episode we are talking about when do foods really expire? It's a very common question we ask on a daily to ourselves while looking at that "Best if used by...". Some foods surprisingly can go past that date significatly more than you can think. Let's find out together how we can rethink our fridge and maybe expand our budget more than you can think. https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
WE ARE BACK!!!!We are so happy to proudly announce that we will be back into action on a weekly basis for all of you listeners out there. After a long hiatus we wanted to make sure and takle something that really is tough today, saving money while grocey shopping. It seems today with such crazy prices at gropcey stores people are having to decide weither they want dinner or a nice refereshing $6 drink. So were here to help you make those right decisions and maybe bring that bill down $50. https://linktr.ee/Nutritiontherapyessentials
Looking to start a small little club with your friends or a fun date night, why not include some food into that mixture. Food is a natural way on how humans bond therefore when you include it in your clubs can be super beneficial. Let us give you some ideas and thoughts on what you can do in your next club meeting or date.
Your brain is so important that we had to talk about it AGAIN! If you haven't listened to EP. 60 - Brain Food we highly suggest you do to get a more in-depth talk about brain health before diving into this episode. This episode we are going to tackle more of the harder topics and give you more of a look of how you can better your brain health.Cause you always know a healthy mind is a healthy body!
Taking a deep dive into meat and eating a meat lifestyle is a tricky subject to talk about, therefore we are going to give you the base knowledge that you need to know. We are not going to sit here and tell you what to eat but instead let you build your own reputation with food and do your own research. let us help you figure out what works best for your lifestyle!
Your brain is the most worked muscle in your body, therefore taking care of it and making sure it has its proper nutrients is key to a health lifestyle. Proper omega 3's and proteins are just some examples of living that healthy lifestyle but also proper food intake is crucial. Come with us and let us break down this hard question and tell you how you can better your brain health.
In 2021 the global percentage in food waste was 17%, with 61% of that coming from household waste. More than half of the global waste is coming from OUR HOMES! How can we better ourselves and our patterns so that we can reduce that number dramatically? Come with us and see how we have done to reduce our waste and reuse it for better things that benefit not only us but the planet also.
Looking to expand your job dialogue or maybe trying to get into the nursing world becoming a preceptor is an awesome title to have under your belt. Preceptors are kind of like a cross between a educational instructor and a professional nurse. As health care continues to grow and expand, especially recently, nurses can become overwhelmed with new skills and knowledge and that's where you play a crucial part! Learn more with us today!
Expiration dates can be a touchy subject to talk about due to the fact that sometimes they aren't always accurate. Some products can have a longer shelf life than others naturally and others depending on how you store it can change that process also. We are going to dive head first and guide you through your fridge and pantry and find out what's good and bad.
Nutrient dense foods are kinda like your superfoods, they have extra nutrients that help you and give you the proteins you need. Things like hearty greens, mushrooms, or high omega fish are just some examples of true nutrient dense foods. Including these foods in dishes can help you boost your nutrient intake and maximise your day to its fullest.
Vitamin D is so important that we decided to talk about it AGAIN on our podcast and give you guys a little more deeper look into Vitamin D. Vitamin D is what help us build strong bones and develop healthy skin, so therefore it makes it a super important prohormone to have normal levels in your body at all times. Seeing your doctor regularly and taking blood work will help you know if you are vitamin D deficient or not.
When buying eggs at the super market you will see terms on the box like cage free, no hormones, and large brown eggs but do you know what each of those terms mean? Let us help you know these hot words so that buying eggs is a simple look and grab at you local store.
Celebrating flavors from cultures around the world is a tasty way to nourish ourselves and appreciate our diversity. We are all unique with different bodies, goals, backgrounds and tastes! A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist can help you create healthy habits that celebrate your heritage and introduce you to new foods and flavors.
Go to eatright.org to learn more about This months topic Celebrate a World of Flavors. Celebrating flavors from cultures around the world is a tasty way to nourish ourselves and appreciate our diversity. We are all unique with different bodies, goals, backgrounds and tastes! A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist can help you create healthy habits that celebrate your heritage and introduce you to new foods and flavors.
In conclusion to healthy heart month we wanted to do a small rerun and reminder on what to do to prevent heart problems in future. We hope that the past few episodes we were able to really dig in on what you as person have to do keep you heart healthy and happy. Doing regular exercise and healthy eating will always be the key notes to take from these episodes and hopefully you apply them regularly to your life!
Happy National Heart month! We love our heart mainly because it's what keeps us alive and moving every day, keeping it well maintained is very crucial to have a happy and healthy body. Together we will learn more about what it means to have high and low blood pressure, what diets help with maintaining a healthy heart, and What to ask your doctor on your yearly check-ups to keep your heart happy and pumping.
Happy National Heart month! We love our heart mainly because it's what keeps us alive and moving every day, keeping it well maintained is very crucial to have a happy and healthy body. Together we will learn more about what it means to have high and low blood pressure, what diets help with maintaining a healthy heart, and What to ask your doctor on your yearly check-ups to keep your heart happy and pumping.
With the new year in full effect now everyone is trying their best to better themselves. One thing that's not talked about very often is inflammation and how we deal with in in our diet. On today's episode we're gonna deep dive into how eating certain foods can help and benefit you with reducing inflammation. We all know they key to a healthy body is a healthy gut!
With the new year in full effect now everyone is trying their best to better themselves. One thing that's not talked about very often is inflammation and how we deal with in in our diet. On today's episode we're gonna deep dive into how eating certain foods can help and benefit you with reducing inflammation. We all know they key to a healthy body is a healthy gut!
Stuck on what kind of gift to get someone? Last Minute Shopping again. Lets us help you by bringing some good gift ideas but for the foodie in your life. from baking to culinary work well help you find wafts best for that special someone or maybe your self. But seriously thank you guys for an amazing 1st year and we cant wait to see what 2022 brings!
On todays episode we have a special guest with us, our RDN Chef Paul Ladewig. When it comes to the culinary world this man is on a whole different level. Let us help you determine what's the best spices and their superpowers to help expand you kitchen and health. Ever wonder how long a spice lasts?, its shorter than you think it is! so come with us today and learn the crazy world of spices!
during the holidays we all know what the best part... THE FOOD!! But making sure you know weather you should grab more than one is important, most holiday foods usually tend to be a lil on the unhealthier side. Were not saying you cant eat it but maybe having a little too much can go downhill pretty fast for you. Let us help you with making that decision cause we all know it can be a hard time to say no to delicious food.
With the holiday season coming up for some people this can be a very hard time. But we shouldn't hide these feelings instead learn and analyze them, so lets come together and fight these holiday blues. As Dietitians we like to believe that your gut is your soul and making sure that you take care of that can determine how you feel. lets come together and fight these holiday blues.
Thinking of stating a family or becoming pregnant is a big decision to make so making sure you are prepared for the 9 months is crucial. You are taking care of a human being that feeds off your body on a daily basis so correct protein amount, hydration, and many more is now a higher priority. Let us help break it down and simplify it so you can have an easy going pregnancy and worry about the good things about to happen in your life!
During National Diabetes Month we also need to pay key attention to children with diabetes also, especially with the new rising numbers with type 2 diabetes. Children have it a little harder when it comes to diabetes because of the lack of insulin they have to be watched a little more. Knowing how to deal with diabetes and how to prevent it is hard work so join us today and bring an awareness and end to childhood diabetes.
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country team up to bring attention to diabetes. This year's focus is on prediabetes and preventing diabetes. Prediabetes is a serious health condition where your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as type 2 diabetes. According to the CDC, more than 1 in 3 U.S. adults have prediabetes—that's 88 million people—but the majority of people don't know they have it. The good news is that by making small healthy lifestyle changes, it is possible to prevent type 2 diabetes and even reverse your prediabetes.
Getting older means taking care of your body and paying attention to it more. When you get older your body does need a lil more dependency on you especially when it comes to getting the correct amount of proteins. Noticing that you are getting tired more easily or your body hurting more is key sings that you aren't eating correcting so let us help you out and make sure you have a happy gut.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM), also referred to in the United States as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM), is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. During this time you will see NFL players wearing pink, the BCRF does a half marathon walk every year, and many more! Donate today! - https://www.bcrf.org/
As we get closer to colder weather its time we crack out the slow cooker. From pot roasts, soups, stews, and more a slow cooker is a necessity in the kitchen. Don't Fret if you don't know how to use one cause well go on a step by step basis on some of our favorite dishes. So grab the slow cooker and let make some amazing comfort food!
There is no better time to celebrate breakfast than during the entire month of September. It's Better Breakfast Month! Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. Eating breakfast has many health benefits. Eating a regular morning meal helps control weight and can guide us towards eating healthier meals regularly throughout the day. so come with is and let us give you some inspiration for your next breakfast.
Everyone hates getting older, but getting older doesn't have to suck. You are wise and old and know more about things than the average human but your body has taken a toll over the years. Making sure on how to take care of your body when you get older is key to a healthy lifestyle. Going on runs or walks, eating right, and keeping tabs on your body is key when you are older so let us help you and breakdown what you can do to live a long and full life!
Menopause is one of the hardest problems that woman face with when they get older. Learning on how to deal with it is even harder, therefore let us help you. Sam has helped plenty of woman get through this tough part of their life and helped them get back on their feet. Together let's find out how we can get you back in shape and beat menopause.
As we all know there are so many different types of salt, but which ones are actually good for you? Join us today as we break down salt and make it easier to understand how you can make a better choice. From kosher salt to sea salt well really find out what in it and how we can better out table salt at the dinner table.
Back to school season is coming up again and you know what that means? Packed lunches! Making sure your kid has the nutrients to get through that long school day is important. Come with us and let us help you make sure your kid is happy and healthy so that they can keep trucking along in the playground!
Magnesium is one of the most underrated supplements of all time, actually most people don't even know that they are magnesium deficient. What does it mean to have a deficiency and how do we fix that to make sure you are happy and healthy. Come with us and let us break down magnesium so that you can get the most out of your day.
We preach Food sustainability here mainly because is important to know where and how your food was grown. Farmers markets are the ruler of food sustainability! Going to a local market where food was grown local to the area in the seasonal time is so much better than buying from commercial farmers. There's less pesticides, GMO's, and chemicals used compared to local faming. So get down to your local farmers market and try some local organic food that been sustainably grown.
Knowing how to keep your food safe and clean is important to great food handling. Avoiding food turning bad and spoiling is crucial to your health. Going to a camping trip, BBQ, or throwing a party let us help you out and give you all the ins and outs of proper food handling. The last thing you want us to ruin a fun time and give everyone food poisoning.
Probiotics are just as important to gut health compared to prebiotics, think of them as Ying and Yang they go hand is hand almost every time. Probiotics are more for replacing the lost bacteria and creating new healthy bacteria. Let us break down probiotics for you and get that gut back to fighting shape.
Your gut is one of the most important body parts to take care of, making sure you have a healthy gut and the correct bacteria in it is crucial. Therefore using naturel prebiotics to help break down that bacteria is necessary. Let us break is down for you in the easiest way and help you get that great gut feeling back again.
You are on your way our of the grocery store and see a magazine that says "Best Superfoods in 2021", well were going to save you some money by breaking down each superfood in full detail. Making sure you maximize you body to its fullest with these crazy superfoods will help you on a daily. So lets get that plate of yours full of superfoods to help you be a healthier person.
Making a decision on what kind of diet you want and sticking to it is hard. Being a vegan and craving some whole milk cheese is fine that's why there's the Flexitarian diet. The Flexitarian Diet is a style of eating that encourages mostly plant-based foods while allowing meat and other animal products in moderation, It's more flexible than fully vegetarian or vegan diets. so are you a Flexitarian?
Vitamin D is more important than what people realize, most people are vitamin D deficiency and don't even know it. We get most of our vitamin D from the sun, soaking in at least 15 minutes of sun is very beneficial to us also not to mention the food that we can eat too. Knowing how to get the right amount and using natural foods instead of supplements are important. let us help you and get you happy and healthy!