Tag: nutrition

Are neurological diseases like Alzheimer a nutritional problem?

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Are neurological diseases like Alzheimer a nutritional problem? Americans are becoming more diet conscious overall, and they are trying to eat better with the belief they will be healthier. In our healthcare system, we are all about treating diseases with expensive medications, yet, eating better and feeding yourself and your bugs (see article here) that help you digest what you ingest has been given much more attention than it has previously. If you doubt that Americans are more health conscious than ever, just look at Mcdonalds who are now regrouping in the face of falling sales, while chains like whole Read More »

What was once bad is now ok; The US Nutrition advisory board’s new sugar and fat recommendations

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What was once bad is now ok; The US Nutrition advisory board’s new sugar and fat recommendations For those who are nutritionists or nutritional advisors, the evidence has suggested that sugar is too high a quantity is bad for us, and that fat is a normal part of our diet. The Mediterranean diet of course is one of the healthiest styles of diet for us overall. For many years now, fats and cholesterol were demonized, while a growing awareness of sugar’s detrimental health effects were being seen in the general population. Recently, The US Nutrition advisory board after looking over Read More »

Spinach: Is there Nothing it Can’t Do? A guest post by Ken Myers

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  Spinach: Is there Nothing it Can’t Do? A guest post by Ken Myers When it comes to healthy dieting, it is common knowledge that spinach is a key ingredient. When I was younger, my parents would try to temp me into eating the glop of green slime by saying, “You want to be strong like Popeye, don’t you?” It wasn’t until I became an adult when I realized just how potent spinach really is. For instance, did you know that spinach is an anti-inflammatory food? Anti-Inflammatory – If you have joint pain or arthritis, you know the value of Read More »

Protein bars; what is in them and are they really healthy? The NY Times explores.

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Protein bars; what is in them and are they really healthy? The NY Times explores. Protein bars are very popular today, and many are touting their natural ingredients. As we strive for healthier snacks, bypassing milky way bars and eating Power Bars instead, protein is good because it is fuel for the body. A healthier diet has more protein and less carbs in general. As a chiropractor, if I eat more carbs during my lunch, I lose energy and feel tired, vs. eating protein which gives me energy and endurance. The NY Times looked into what goes into making a Read More »