Nutrition Articles

As if there aren’t enough food guidelines to follow! Do we need to manage when and how we drink our liquids too? This quick read will help set the record straight as to whether it’s “fair or foul” to drink at mealtime. Have you ever been to a Philadelphia Phillies game? If so, the Jumbotron…

We’ve all heard how important a good night’s sleep is for our health, and everyone has an opinion on how to catch those Zzz’s. Many swear by magnesium supplements, but do they work, or will they cause more harm than good? One of my favorite comedians these days is Taylor Tomlinson. She’s a young, witty,…

Got tummy troubles? Feel like you’re always coming down with something?  Or are you looking to improve athletic performance? There are those who swear by the healing power of colostrum supplements. Do they move the needle? Or should we take a hard pass on this recent trend? If the word “colostrum” rings a bell, but…

Seed oils are currently in the spotlight for having a negative impact on our health. Are they really that bad, and should we be making more informed choices? A friend recently mentioned he was told he should eliminate all seed oils from his diet. He heard they were bad to cook with and that they…

Resistant starch is advertised as a game-changer for those who want to manage blood sugar, improve gut health, or lose weight. But is it as revolutionary as it seems? If you have heard people talking about “resistant” starch, it certainly sounds like the best thing since sliced bread — or rather, carb-free sliced bread —…

Have you been wondering why people are taking electrolytes for everything from post-workout recovery to hangovers and daily replenishment? It’s a hot topic, and one worthy of a quick rundown to determine whether you should get on board. I’ll get right to the point. Unless we are crushing high intensity exercise for 90+ minutes or…

Everyone has an opinion about protein. How much to eat, when to eat it, and why. So how do we know if we’re getting enough and if our diets measure up? All the conflicting studies and news reports, combined with claims made on social media, are enough to make your head spin! Why is protein…

When it comes to nutritional supplements, how do we know which ones are most helpful and which ones won’t make much of an impact? Better yet, what’s harmful and should be avoided all together? Have you seen advertisements for deer antler supplements? No, this is not a punch line for a joke. Referred to as…

It’s New Year’s resolution time again, and many of us are considering changes to our diets. But what is the best and most sustainable approach? Following is a review of the highest rated diets and what we can expect in the near future of dieting. Here we go again. It’s a new year, and a…

Tummy troubles can be bothersome, sometimes to the point of diminishing quality of life. The subject can also feel taboo, but it shouldn’t be. I sat down with a local expert in GI health to address the top questions we get about common digestive issues – including some interesting thoughts on kiwi!   Though it’s…

Spikes in glucose, peaks and valleys, and pre-diabetes are health topics we hear about often. How do we avoid the pitfalls associated with elevated glucose levels and how does a continuous glucose monitor help? Now, more than ever, people want as much personalized health information as they can get. This includes, but is not limited…

Ultra processed food is under scrutiny for its link to certain health outcomes. Should we be concerned? If so, is there an “okay” amount to eat? Here are two statements to consider: “Processed foods are bad for you.” “Processed foods can be a part of a healthy diet.” Which sentence feels more comfortable? #1 is…