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Emotional vs. Physical Hunger by Claire Allen, RD It is no secret that 2020 has brought with it a magnitude of unforeseeable challenges and stress. For some individuals, they have also noticed an increase in their waistline. As you reflect on your eating patterns, it is important to recognize if your reason for eating […]
Free Yourself From the COVID Blues by Opening Up: Look to Positive Psychology to Warm the Coronavirus Winter by James E. “Jed” Foster, Jr., MA, LMFT Most of the patients that have worked with me have heard a variation of the following sentiment: “when you’re depressed, sick, or fearful, it’s hard to see past […]
ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL EXPOSURE TIED TO CELIAC DISEASE Check out this article in Med Page Today about a small study linking a common chemical to an increased risk of celiac disease, especially in females. “Exposure to synthetic endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in pesticides, nonstick cookware, and fire retardants was linked to increased risk for celiac disease […]
THE POWER OF FLAVANOLS! Check out this article from CNN.com about the health benefits of flavanols, a group of naturally occurring compounds found in plants. Flavanols are a subgroup of flavonoids, which are found in foods such as tea (mainly green but also black) and fruits such as apples, pears and berries. CNN Health: Flavanols — […]
