MicroRNA-210, which is present in healthy red blood cells, helps regulate vascular function. A new study shows that there is a lower level of microRNA-210 in the red blood cells of people with type 2 diabetes. MicroRNA-210 replenishment levels may one day prevent vascular injury associated with this type of …
Read More »Eating healthy is human: joys, challenges and 3 things you can do
If you ask a group of people what eating healthy means to them, you will probably get a different answer each time. For some, healthy eating means curbing the habit of fast food or consuming more fruits and vegetables, while for others it may mean occasionally enjoying a piece of …
Read More »Nutrition in Daily Life: The Journey of a Trinbagonian Dietitian
Second to my love of travel is my love of food. When I can immerse myself in another culture by enjoying their traditional foods, I feel connected to them. Growing up in Trinidad and Tobago (“Trinbago”), my journey with food has been diverse by default. With English, French and Spanish …
Read More »The ultimate guide to healthy grocery shopping
As a dietitian, I am well aware that grocery shopping can be an intimidating and overwhelming experience for many people. For example, many of my patients do not know where to start when they are at the grocery store and are not sure which foods to add to their cart. …
Read More »Healthy Eating On The Go: A Guide To Dining Out, Traveling And More
A healthy diet is an important pillar of good health, but that doesn’t mean it’s always easy. Along with exercise and stress management, healthy eating reduces the risk of lifestyle-related illnesses and helps manage health conditions (1 Trusted Source, 2 Trusted Source). However, the average American does not eat a …
Read More »The ultimate guide to healthy eating in real life
Depending on who you ask, “healthy eating” can take a number of forms. It seems that everyone – including healthcare professionals, wellness influencers, co-workers, and family members – has an opinion on the healthiest way to eat. Additionally, the nutrition articles you read online can be downright confusing with their …
Read More »Rolled Turkey Breast with Pecan Pesto
Ingredients Ingredient checklist 4 cups packed fresh basil leaves 1 ⅓ cups (3 oz) finely grated Parmesan cheese 1 large garlic clove 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 ¼ teaspoon black pepper 3 tablespoons olive oil ¾ cup walnuts, toasted 2 boneless, skinless turkey breast halves …
Read More »Braised Rainbow Chard
A side of rainbow chard brings iron as well as vitamins A, C, and K. Ingredients Ingredient checklist 3 bunches rainbow chard, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth ¾ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon of red …
Read More »Roasted fennel and Brussels sprouts
Simply seasoned veggies are the perfect side dish – both fennel and Brussels sprouts are packed with antioxidants and fiber, and turn tender and subtly sweet when roasted. Ingredients Ingredient checklist 4 small fennel bulbs (2 pounds total) 2 pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, halved 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons …
Read More »9 balance and stability exercises to improve your coordination and strength
Balance training can stabilize us, level the body, and help prevent falls, which is especially important as we age. But do not assume that these movements are only for “older” people, balance is involved in everything we do. This exercise is core and leg strength training and can be very …
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