“Family recipes” – your genetic make up
Kristin Lamb, Wellness Coordinator This coming week, you may be attending several family functions – spending time with loved ones, enjoying holiday festivities, and exchanging your favorite recipes. And I hope you cherish every moment! I also encourage you to really listen to the conversations around you…even when Grandpa is going on and on about […]
‘Tis the season for…germs!
Kristin Lamb, Riverview Hospital Wellness Coordinator This time of year brings with it many great things – the holidays, time with family and friends, and hope for a new year ahead. What it also brings with it is…germs! Some quick points to keep in mind during cold and flu season. These principles will help prevent […]
Artificial sweeteners – are they safe?
Laura Kenny, MS, RD, CD In grocery stores, artificially sweetened products are everywhere! In an effort to “improve their nutritional profile”, beverages, yogurt, cereals, cookies, chips and even boxed entrees are utilizing artificial sweeteners instead of sugar. Artificial sweeteners are designed to mimic the sweetness of sugar with fewer calories due to volume reduction and […]
10 nutrition tips to improve brain health
Laura Kenny, MS, RD, CD One in every seven Americans older than 71 years of age has some form of dementia. The most common form is Alzheimer’s disease which affects more than 24 million people worldwide. In addition to adopting a regular exercise regimen and maintaining a healthy body weight, certain foods/food groups may […]
Finding reliable nutrition information
Laura Kenny, MS, RD, CD Finding reliable nutrition information can be an overwhelming task. It appears as if there are an endless number of websites offering advice, tips, and links to even more resources. There are also a variety of health and fitness professionals providing recommendations on diet and nutrition. It can be hard to […]
“Back” to school: backpack safety
Sue Ellen Edrington, MSN, CNP, RN-BC Clinical Educator, Riverview Hospital Well, it’s back to school time. Most of our children are heading out to school with their backpack. Backpacks are better alternatives to carrying school supplies than heavy totes, messenger bags, or rolling totes. Heavy totes and messenger bags can cause pressure on the shoulder, […]
Get an oil change! Improving your omega-6 to omega-3 ratio
Laura Kenny, MS, RD, CD Research has shown trans fat along with excessive saturated fat can have a negative impact on health, but what about the newly popular omega-6 fatty acids such as linoleic acid and arachidonic acid? While so commonly confused with omega -3’s, omega-6’s are considered pro-inflammatory meaning they promote inflammation and trigger […]
Milk Alternatives: Which is Best?
By: Laura Kenny MS, RD, CD Grocery stores are becoming well-stocked with milk alternatives, but consumers should not assume that all products are nutritionally equivalent to cow’s milk. Of particular importance to the American diet, cow’s milk is a key source of protein, calcium and vitamin D. So…should you choose soy, rice, almond, hemp or […]
Gluten-free products that won’t break the bank
Laura Kenny, MS, RD, CD As a Registered Dietitian and consumer on a gluten-free diet, you may think I spend my weekends and evenings cooking delicious yet healthy gluten-free foods. While I am a big fan of experimenting in the kitchen, my hectic schedule frequently intervenes, and I am forced to rely on gluten-free convenience […]
First time gardens: where do I start?
Laura Kenny, RD, CD Congrats on deciding to plant your first home garden! Whether you are aiming for stress relief, improved eating, cheaper organic products or just a healthy hobby, home gardening can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Along with proper research and knowledge, starting a garden requires enthusiasm! Check out these simple steps […]