by Midtown Nutrition | Feb 7, 2024 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
FRUITS AND VEGGIES The American Heart Association recommends 2-3 cups of fruits and vegetables daily. You can do this by filling half your plate with fruits and veggies. These nutrient dense foods are a good source of carbohydrate and vitamins and minerals, such as...
by Midtown Nutrition | Sep 27, 2023 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
IMMUNE HEALTH WHAT IS THE IMMUNE SYSTEM? The immune system is our body’s network of cells and organs that protect us from infection by viruses, bacteria and toxins. WHAT NUTRIENTS SUPPORT OUR IMMUNE SYSTEM? A well-balanced diet supports our immune system. In...
by Midtown Nutrition | Oct 27, 2022 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
NEW “HEALTHY” FOOD LABEL Labels with nutrition information, such as calories, sodium and fat content, have been listed on most foods since food labeling was introduced in 1973. Food labels are meant to provide consumers a better understanding of what...
by Midtown Nutrition | Aug 25, 2022 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
LIFE’S ESSENTIAL 8 The American Heart Association has recently updated their 2010 guidelines for Cardiovascular Health for Americans, which was called Life’s Simple 7. The new guidelines are called Life’s Essential 8. THE 8 COMPONENTS (1) Food (your...
by Midtown Nutrition | Jul 27, 2022 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
INFLAMMATION Inflammation is a natural and important part of the body protecting itself. However, chronic inflammation can be harmful and can be a component of diseases such as arthritis, psoriasis and heart disease. CAN FOOD AFFECT INFLAMMATION? There are some foods...
by Midtown Nutrition | Dec 30, 2021 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: NO FAD DIETS As each New Year begins, advertisements also begin for fad diets promising quick weight loss. However, these quick fixes are likely not sustainable, and may cut out important food groups that we need for our overall health and...
by Midtown Nutrition | Sep 29, 2021 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
HEALTHY DIET FOR SENIORS Eating a well-balanced diet is important at every age, and perhaps more so for people over 50. Eating healthy can improve immune function, increase energy levels, and boost mental sharpness. A healthy diet for seniors should focus on eating...
by Midtown Nutrition | Mar 21, 2021 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
CONSTIPATION DEFINITION Constipation is defined as having less than 4 bowel movements per week, or straining to have a bowel movement, or having hard stool that is difficult to pass. Stool should be formed smooth like a sausage. CAUSES –Not getting enough fiber...
by Midtown Nutrition | Mar 27, 2020 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
COVID NUTRITION Although there is no cure right now for COVID-19, a healthy immune system may give your body a boost in protection. Focus on nutrient dense foods along with healthy lifestyle behaviors for the best defense. The following nutrients play a vital role in...
by Midtown Nutrition | Sep 18, 2019 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
EATING FOR A HEALTHIER PLANET 1. Eat more plant-based meals. Try eating at least 1-2 vegetarian meals a week, such as lentil soup or black bean soup with a side salad with one-quarter avocado, or a falafel sandwich, or beans or lentils over quinoa or buckwheat with...
by Midtown Nutrition | Jul 2, 2019 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
SUMMER PARTY EATING Summertime is the season of BBQs. With July 4th coming up we wanted to share a few tips on how to enjoy a party and stay on track with your health goals. Keep in mind that you don’t need to sacrifice one for the other. Here are 7 tips: 1....
by Midtown Nutrition | Aug 26, 2018 | Newsletters – Emailed Once Per Month
POTASSIUM POWER WHAT IS POTASSIUM? Potassium is a mineral that your body uses for: Maintaining proper heart and nerve function Enabling your muscles to contract Maintaining a proper amount of fluid in your body Maintaining a proper acid balance in your body Building...
