Vitamin K: Health Benefits, And Daily Intake Here’s a fun fact: the “K” in vitamin K comes from the German word “koagulation.” That makes total sense when you consider vitamin K’s role in the human body. The fact though is, “vitamin K” is a bit of a misnomer. Vitamin K is not just one vitamin [...]
What is the Difference Between Prebiotics and Probiotics? While probiotics have become well known for their health benefits, less is known about prebiotics. (6) The lining of your gut is home to trillions of live microorganisms, mostly yeasts and bacteria, that together make up what’s known as the gut microbiome. Probiotics help restore the composition of [...]
You’ve probably heard about the importance of fiber in your diet. But if you’re like most North Americans, you’re not getting nearly as much as you should. (7) That’s because the typical Western diet is high in sugar and fat (particularly animal fat), and generally low in sources of fiber such as fruit and vegetables. [...]
Reduce your A1C levels: Lifestyle, Diet, and Nutrition Yes, Lifestyle, Diet, and Exercise are key to supporting a healthy A1C. Making sure you are getting movement throughout the day is something we hear a lot about. Suggestions for adding whole nutritious foods to your plate are all over your morning news and social media feed. [...]
Go long, is a term used in football. Long is not a word you want to hear with COVID-19. We have passed the anniversary of the first known case of COVID-19 in the states with over 25 Million confirmed cases in America. There are still lots of questions surrounding COVID-19. What we do know, is [...]
You’ve likely heard that you can’t “out-exercise” a poor diet, and extensive research has asserted this fact. (8) Just like regular exercise, proper nutrition and consuming the right foods before and after exercise is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Continue reading to learn about how adjusting what and when you eat can help [...]
COVID-19 Testing FAQs (Updated December 21, 2020) For an up-to-date list of COVID-19 tests authorized to be used during the COVID-19 pandemic, in laboratories and in patient-care areas, see https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-emergency-use-authorizations-medical-devices/vitro-diagnostics-euas Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) testing options for COVID-19 infections are rapidly evolving. A variety of healthcare professionals are involved in testing including nurses, prescribers, pharmacists, [...]
Keeping a Healthful Attitude this Holiday Season Staying healthy during the holidays is hard... especially this year. If we don't make a plan, we will surely encounter the usual pitfalls. I like to envision where I want to be health-wise come January 1. Do you want to take on 2021 bright-eyed and restored? I [...]
The health of your digestive system is essential to ensure proper digestion and absorption of nutrients, as well as to support the function of other body systems, such as the immune system. The health of the gastrointestinal system, particularly the gut microbiota, even impacts mental health through its connection with the central nervous system, often [...]
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is characterized by porosity of bones and decrease bone mass resulting in risk of fracture. There are many, many factors that can cause bone loss. Low body mass index (BMI) Lack of exercise/sedentary lifestyle Poor nutritional status Alcohol abuse Smoking Estrogen deficiency Family history of osteoporosis Use of certain medications (glucocorticoids, [...]
