nutrition

The digestive system is a group of organs working together to convert food into energy and basic nutrients to feed the entire body. Food enters the mouth and passes through the esophagus...

As diet trends come and go, veganism and vegetarianism seem to be two of the few that have staying power and keep gaining momentum. More and more people are choosing to avoid...

It can be a difficult and emotional process to see your parents age and move into a new season of life where they need more help and are losing their independence. It...

June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month As we age, what we eat becomes more and more important for overall health, but especially for brain health. Eating a diet...

Did you know that the habit of drinking sugar-loaded drinks like sodas, juices, flavored coffees, and energy drinks has increased a whopping 500 percent in the past 50 years? These beverages have...

April is stress awareness month. Stress is a natural part of life, but there are many ways you can learn to manage the stress in your life so it doesn’t overwhelm you.

“Eat your veggies!” How many parents say this on a regular basis? Getting your kids to learn to like vegetables is a battle most parents face at some point. But sometimes, adults...

March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. There is a lot of bad, and sometimes even dangerous, advice swirling around...