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Lifestyle Factors Critically Impact Gut Health, Beyond Diet Alone

Lifestyle Factors Critically Impact Gut Health, Beyond Diet Alone

Lifestyle Factors Critically Impact Gut Health, Beyond Diet Alone
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New Haven Restaurant Claire’s Corner Copia Introduces GLP-1 Friendly Menu Amidst Growing Healthcare Trend

New Haven Restaurant Claire’s Corner Copia Introduces GLP-1 Friendly Menu Amidst Growing Healthcare Trend

New Haven Restaurant Claire’s Corner Copia Introduces GLP-1 Friendly Menu Amidst Growing Healthcare Trend
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Why portion control matters

Why portion control matters

Experts say portion control doesn't mean tossing out the foods you love, but finding what the appropriate amount is that leaves you satisfied.
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Gut Health Defined by Digestive System Function and Microbiome Role

Gut Health Defined by Digestive System Function and Microbiome Role

Gut health is characterized by the normal operation of the digestive system, which encompasses the interconnected organs and processes responsible for food breakdown, nutrient absorption, and waste elimination. This intricate system begins with chewing and saliva, progressing through the stomach and small intestine where digestive enzymes facilitate further breakdown. The small intestine is crucial for nutrient absorption into the bloodstream or lymphatic system. A key component of gut health is the gut microbiome, a diverse community of microorganisms, primarily found in the large intestine. This microbiome interacts with diet, influences nutrient utilization, immune function, metabolism, and the gut-brain connection. Maintaining a varied and balanced diet rich in plant foods and fiber is considered a practical nutritional foundation for supporting digestive wellness and the gut microbiome. Fermented foods, such as yogurt and kefir, can also contribute to a diverse diet, though the types and amounts of li...
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Lake Charles Nutrition Educator Yolanda Jones Receives Statewide Award for Healthier Eating Initiatives

Lake Charles Nutrition Educator Yolanda Jones Receives Statewide Award for Healthier Eating Initiatives

Yolanda Jones, a nutritionist in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has been honored with the Cathryn Roberts Outstanding EFNEP Nutrition Educator State Award. This recognition comes after nearly a decade of her dedicated work in teaching healthier eating habits to families in Southwest Louisiana. Jones leads the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) with the LSU AgCenter, which provides free services to low-income families. Her efforts include conducting classes in schools and community centers, overseeing ten classrooms, summer camps, a pregnancy center, and various cooking programs aimed at improving nutrition across Calcasieu Parish. Jones expressed pride in the impact she has made, citing instances where participants have successfully managed health conditions like diabetes through improved food choices. She received the award at the EFNEP Summer Training Conference in Baton Rouge.
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Experts Caution Against Over-Silencing 'Food Noise' with GLP-1 Medications, Citing Potential Health Risks

Experts Caution Against Over-Silencing 'Food Noise' with GLP-1 Medications, Citing Potential Health Risks

The widespread use of GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound, has popularized the term 'food noise,' referring to persistent, repetitive thoughts about food. While these medications are praised for their ability to reduce such thoughts, experts are raising concerns that completely silencing 'food noise' may not always be beneficial. According to Whitney Trotter, DNP, RDN, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and dietitian, thinking about food is a basic survival need and not inherently unhealthy. Amanda Marks, LPC, LMHC, a psychotherapist specializing in eating disorders, defines food noise as excessive preoccupation with food that negatively impacts well-being. While GLP-1s mimic a hormone that stimulates fullness and can interrupt these obsessive thoughts, leading to a reported reduction in food noise by over 50% in some users, clinicians are questioning whether eliminating all food-related thoughts is advisable. They suggest that 'food noise' can sometimes be the body's way of signaling hu...
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Expert Warns Against Overstated Probiotic Benefits, Citing Weak Scientific Evidence

Expert Warns Against Overstated Probiotic Benefits, Citing Weak Scientific Evidence

Epidemiologist Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz has raised concerns about the widespread promotion of probiotics, stating that the scientific evidence for their daily benefits is significantly less convincing than often portrayed. Despite the proliferation of probiotic products in supermarkets and health food stores, and numerous online recommendations, Meyerowitz-Katz argues that the scientific picture is far more complex. While some specific probiotic strains may offer benefits for certain intestinal issues, the overall data, particularly from large randomized studies, does not strongly support broad health claims. He highlights that many studies on probiotics are of low quality, and some have even been retracted due to validity concerns. The term 'probiotics' itself is too broad, encompassing various microorganisms with potentially different effects, and standardization is often lacking. Meyerowitz-Katz suggests that taking probiotics daily 'just in case' is not warranted for most healthy individuals.
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Fasting-Mimicking Diet Explored for Metabolic and Cellular Benefits

Fasting-Mimicking Diet Explored for Metabolic and Cellular Benefits

Fasting-Mimicking Diet Explored for Metabolic and Cellular Benefits
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Dietitians Advise Against Superfood Gummies, Emphasizing Whole Foods for Nutritional Value

Dietitians Advise Against Superfood Gummies, Emphasizing Whole Foods for Nutritional Value

Dietitians Advise Against Superfood Gummies, Emphasizing Whole Foods for Nutritional Value
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Anti-Inflammatory Diets Emphasize Whole Foods to Combat Chronic Disease

Anti-Inflammatory Diets Emphasize Whole Foods to Combat Chronic Disease

Anti-Inflammatory Diets Emphasize Whole Foods to Combat Chronic Disease
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Understanding Daily Calorie Needs for Weight Management

Understanding Daily Calorie Needs for Weight Management

Understanding Daily Calorie Needs for Weight Management
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YMCA Program Helps Families Build Healthier Habits for Longevity

YMCA Program Helps Families Build Healthier Habits for Longevity

YMCA Program Helps Families Build Healthier Habits for Longevity