Carbohydrates are the body’s primary source of energy. They fill the body’s energy store by providing glycogen (stored in the liver and muscles). When there’s a need for energy, glycogen is then broken down into glucose and released into the bloodstream for use by cells and muscles. Insufficient dietary intake of carbohydrates can be dangerous …
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Seven Nutrition Tips Everyone Should Have
In recognition of National Nutrition Month, we take a moment to relay some of the most important nutrition concepts that can help you each and every day… Less processed foods will almost always be healthier for you. One way to determine if a food is highly processed is by looking at the number of ingredients …
What You Should Know About the Supermarket
I’ve said before that you should buy fresh, local foods when you can. This is true, but there are many times when we go to the supermarket to purchase food. However, there are some things you should know. I recently took part in a Child Nutrition and Cooking class through Stanford University. Maya Adam, MD, …
Five Reasons to Add Quinoa to Your Diet
What is this weird “super grain” that no one seems to be able to pronounce? It’s quinoa! (pronounced KEEN – wa) Though it’s considered a grain due to its carbohydrate content, quinoa is actually a seed. Its origin dates back to the Inca population, but the high nutrient qualities of quinoa have made it increasingly …
Dos and Don’ts of Any Fitness Routine
As with any endeavor, there are things you should and shouldn’t do. Here, I point out some of the more common do’s and don’ts for your fitness routine: Do warmup and cooldown. Whether you’re going for a 10 mile run or doing a 7 minute workout at home, the most important phases of any workout …