Nancy Zhang

There is always this misconception that organic food is always healthy, but that is not the truth. It is important to realize that organic food is not always healthy. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I liked how you mentioned patients following specific diets. As healthcare professionals, it is important to realize that each person has different nutritional needs and one diet is not meant for everyone. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

As a future health professional, I plan to use my nutrition knowledge to support healthy habits by guiding patients with practical, evidence-based advice. This will help promote overall well-being and empower positive lifestyle changes. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

These are some great recipes people can use when they are short on time. This is especially useful, as it is reaching finals session. I will be sure to try some of these out! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I also tend to bring snacks with me to eat in between study breaks. It's a great way to keep my energy up throughout the day. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

During finals, I try to eat breakfast to fuel myself throughout the day. I usually eat greek yogurt with fruit and granola. I also eat cereal and egg sandwiches sometimes too. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

This article was both interesting and informative. Although I haven’t had much personal experience with children who have ASD, it gave me valuable insight into the challenges parents may face in meeting their children’s nutritional needs. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I liked how this article separates the advice into sections, making it easily understandable to readers. This would be a perfect article to recommend for parents in order to establish healthy eating for both their children and for the household. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

What nutrients does your child need now? See the current children's nutrition recommendations for protein, carbohydrates, more.

This article does a great job in providing a summary of what nutrients are essential for children. Not only does it separate the nutritional needs based on gender of the child, it also separate it by age too! Perfect for parents with children of all ages! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I never knew magnesium could be present in so much of the veggies I eat, with spinach having 157 milligrams of magnesium per cooked cup. I also didn't know of all the health benefits that comes with eating it. I will be sure to add more magnesium rich foods in my diet. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Tom's story also made me realize the importance of discovering what works and what doesn't work for you. I believe this story can become applicable to future patients as they come in seeking guidance on treatment or diet options. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

From Tom's story, I learned that one diet may not work for everyone. As a future healthcare professional, I will be sure to provide my patients with various resources to allow them to find what is right for them, whether it be treatment plans or diet plans. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I learned a shocking statistic with ~17% children being obese and a total of ~32% being overweight or obese in the US. As a future healthcare provider, I will make sure to help educate my patients about nutritional facts to ensure better overall health for my patients. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

This article highlights the importance of knowing what we eat. While some people might gravitate towards certain foods, it is important to realize what exactly it is that we are putting in our bodies. I will try to stay away from processed foods in the future! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I also found it shocking to see how much people are obese in the US. I believe with the help of healthcare professionals, people can become more aware of the prevalence of obesity and learn more about nutritional facts to better improve their overall health. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Healthy eating is important to boost your immune system. It is especially important for college students to eat healthy because they often resort to eating unhealthy foods due to its cheap cost and easy accessibility. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I also relate with this struggle. With my schedule being busy, I tend to grab whatever is from the fridge and prioritize time over healthiness. I know this is bad and will try to better manage my time to improve my eating habits. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

A barrier I relate to is the relative cheapness of unhealthy foods. As a college student, I tend to budget how much money I spend on food and with fruits and veggies being more expensive, I reach for more unhealthy options. For example, choosing ramen over salad. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Peanuts are one of my most frequent eaten nuts and I didn't know it had such health benefits! It was interesting to read that such a small piece of food can also have so much inside. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

It is important to realize that taking a lot of vitamins is not an equation for better health. Before taking vitamins, it is important to consult a doctor to know whether or not it is necessary to take it. People need to make sure to take only ones that are needed! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Vitamin k (class) (oral route, parenteral route)

I learned that it is rare to have a Vitamin K deficiency due to the its presence in various foods. I also learned that vitamin K is necessary for normal clotting of the blood, making it given routinely to newborns to prevent bleeding problems. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

It is important for people to know not to eat raw cookie dough. I've seen a lot of people who have done it on many occasions, whether it be in person or through social media. Be sure to follow proper food protocol! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I liked how you discussed an article regarding gut health. Gut health is an important part of a person's overall wellness, but not everyone knows how to improve on it. It was nice to see the different ways people can promote gut health through food. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Healthy Food vs. Highly Processed Food: What to Know What makes a food or beverage “highly processed,” and how can eating too much of these foods cause you problems? This article explains.

This article teaches the differences between healthy food vs. processed foods, making readers learn about what to eat and what not to eat. This source is high quality because it is based on scientific evidence, written by experts, and fact checked by experts. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Unlike the benefits seen on social media, the keto diet is actually known to have a lot of risks. I didn't know it was high in saturated fats, causing LDL cholesterol increase and linking it to heart disease. Research should be done before starting a new "fad" diet! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I found it interesting to read about chocolate and the ways to enjoy it in a way that supports your health. To find healthier chocolates, make sure to read the nutrition label! Many that are sold have high sugar content and artificial additives. More cocoa = better! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I've never heard of this diet before. I can see it is low in nutrients, like you have said, making it bad for the body. I can't even imagine how it actually tastes. I wonder how such a diet even came to be. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I never knew a peppermint patty had that much sugar content. With candies always being within hands reach at the checkout line, it makes people not think twice when buying it. It's always important to check what you grab and enjoy things in moderation! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Replacing thick salad dressings with regular olive oil is a nice way to make your salad more nutrient dense. I tend to use store-bought salad dressing and those tend to have high calorie and salt content. I will be sure to try alternatives like olive oil next time! #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

When I make a sandwich, I use white bread, turkey, cheese, and some sauce. To make this more nutrient rich, I could replace the white bread with whole grain bread, add more veggies, use low-fat cheese, and choose low sodium sauces. Also, add fruits on the side. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social