The Vegan Diet: More and more people worldwide are shunning animal foods in their diets for various reasons. These include concerns about their impact on the environment, ethics, and their own health. Hence, this trend contributes to the growing popularity…
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Gina Jansheski, MD
Dietary Fiber and Key Points to Know About
Dietary Fiber and Key Points to Know About Everyone’s heard about fiber and how they need it for good health. People say bananas help keep you regular because of the fiber. And many think changing to whole wheat…
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Gina Jansheski, MD
The Carnivore Diet: All You Need To Know
The carnivore diet, popularly known as the “no-carb to the extreme diet,” is the newest trend to attract people who are particularly fond of meat and terrifyingly afraid of carbs. As an extreme type of elimination diet, the carnivore…
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Gina Jansheski, MD
Best Protein Source– Animal or plant-based?
Best protein – Animal-based or plant-based? All food sources of protein are not created equal. The amount of protein you get from one source may be different to another even when consuming similar quantities of the food. There are…
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Mackenzie Hagan, BS, PhD
7 Healthy Smoothie Recipes You Need to Try
7 Healthy Smoothie Recipes You Need to Try Smoothies can be healthy or unhealthy depending on how you make them and what ingredients you use. Do you know how to make your smoothie recipes nutritious? If not, you are…
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Mackenzie Hagan, BS, PhD
Superfoods: Is the Hype Real?
The Truth Behind Superfoods In our attempt to stay disease-free, some of us turn to nutritious foods. The concept of a “superfood” can be attractive to those of us looking to make positive changes to our health. We might picture…
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Gina Jansheski, MD
Healthy Smoothies: Behind the Ingredients
Healthy Smoothies can be simple to make drinks. They are filled with nutrients and can be enjoyed throughout the day, as a healthy snack, or as a substitute for a meal. Smoothies are easily digestible and can be made within…
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Mackenzie Hagan, BS, PhD
What you need to know: The Role of Nitric Oxide
The Role of Nitric Oxide Nitric oxide plays an important role in our body. Research is still ongoing as we learn more and more about this molecule. Here are some of the actions of nitric oxide to help you…
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Mackenzie Hagan, BS, PhD
The Injustice of Endometriosis—Like Justice—Is Blind
What Is Endometriosis, Exactly? Certain medical conditions women might face in their lifetimes are preventable. Good hygiene helps prevent infections; good nutrition keeps the menstrual cycle consistent; practicing safe sex can prevent acquiring a sexually transmitted infection. However, one thing…
Gina Jansheski, MD
Vitamin D and COVID-19: What You Need to Know
Vitamin D has become more widely discussed in recent years. This is largely because of its known role in supporting mental well-being, immunity, and skeletal health. It’s gained even more attention since the introduction of COVID-19, which has highlighted the…
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Mackenzie Hagan, BS, PhD
Do you know how detox works (and can supplements help)?
Detox is a word synonymous with fad diets. But the truth about detox is a little more complicated. Detoxification is a natural process occurring continuously in your body. This process keeps you healthy by eliminating potentially toxic substances. Although this…
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Mackenzie Hagan, BS, PhD
Vitamins and Minerals You Need Daily
Let’s review the most important vitamins and minerals you need every day to maintain your health. We’ll also discuss the whole food sources rich in these nutrients and an ideal way to fill the nutritional gap when your schedule doesn’t…