Archive for the 'n. Healthy Habits' Category

Nov 12 2009

Nutrition for Eye Health

As you will see below (See What I’ve Been Up To… for more info), today I will be presenting with some of my new coworkers concerning eye health for individuals with diabetes. I have been paired with two other girls for a group presentation. One of them plans to talk about the parts of the [...]

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Nov 06 2009

Omega Fats

I am frequently asked for examples of heart-healthy fats. Even as a dietitian who talks about nutrition regularly, I tend to get the fats mixed up myself! If you are trying to eat heart healthy foods, look to omega-3 fatty acids. Omega fats can help lower cholesterol, a substance linked to heart health. Here are [...]

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Oct 09 2009

A Diet for Your Hair

Since I am donating my hair today (see below), I thought it might be a fun time to venture a topic I don’t believe I have yet discussed in my newsletters – how to eat for better hair! Here are a few points and tips I’ve found:
- Follow a Healthy Diet – just a regular [...]

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Jul 16 2009

The Weighty Decisions of A Newlywed

As a newlywed dietitian, I made the commitment a while back to resist the common addition of newlywed pounds. But a recent study proved to me that keeping the weight off as a newlywed may not be as easy as I once imagined. An article recently published in the Obesity journal (Entry into Romantic Partnership [...]

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May 17 2009

Help for Tired Eyes

As we age our eye sight grows dimmer and eye problems become more common. Research published by CNN Health (click on the photo above) give insight into common foods that can help keep your eyes healthy. Fish, Olive Oil, and Nuts are sources of healthy fats that can play a roll in keeping your eyes [...]

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