Tag: healthy eating

Good question! Avoiding carbs (officially called “carbohydrates”) all together isn’t a great idea. Carbs provide our body with energy and they are the only fuel used by the brain.  However, […]

Determining a healthy weight can vary greatly from person to person. The body mass index (BMI) is a tool that is helpful to better understand what might be a healthy […]

What is healthy balanced eating? Healthy eating is important for both your mind and body. During the recovery process, work with your dietitian to help you learn balanced eating habits. […]

One of the ways to manage high blood pressure is by following a low-salt (also called low-sodium) diet. What is sodium? Sodium is a mineral that is necessary for our […]

Fast food refers to food that can be prepared and served quickly. It can come from many places: sit-down restaurants, counter service, take-out, drive-thru, and delivery. Fast food is popular […]

What is a vegetarian? A vegetarian is someone who doesn’t eat meat, including beef, chicken, pork, or fish and may or may not choose to eat other animal-derived products such […]

Unfortunately, there’s no way to choose where your body loses weight. If you’re overweight, eating a balanced diet that’s low in refined grains and sugar (white bread, soda, candy, etc.) […]

Diabetes is a chronic (long-term) condition that occurs when your body doesn’t make enough insulin, or when your body has trouble using the insulin that it does make. There are […]

No! Your body needs nutrients from ALL of the food groups. While fruit is healthy, your body also needs protein, whole grains, dairy, vegetables, and healthy fats. Fad diets usually […]

Here are some smart tips that will help to improve your energy levels: Eat three nutritious meals a day and 2-3 healthy snacks in between: Food is your body’s fuel, […]