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This is really relatable. It’s nice to know that eating whole grains, fruits and protein-rich food is one of the best types of food for managing stress. While food with added sugar is one of the worst as it causes stronger cravings later on.
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Hi, I completely agree. While you may not be giving diet plans, conversations about nutrition and healthy eating and how it can affect their health can make a big difference in how patients view nutrition and the food they consume.
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I plan to incorporate nutrition in my role as a future healthcare professional by encouraging healthy eating habits in patients and creating an supportive environment where they feel comfortable talking about their nutritional goals and fitness without feeling judged.
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During finals week, I plan sticking to fast and easy to make meals such as noodles, dumplings, and sandwiches. They’re simple to make and don’t require too much time to prep or cook. Also, they can be nutritious depending on what you add to it.
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Hi Lindsey, you’re completely right. It’s important to enjoy food in moderation regardless if they’re deemed healthy or unhealthy. The best diet isn’t the one that’s most strict, but the one that allows you to stay most consistent and happy.
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I really like this advice. I feel like many times, people see wellness and healthy eating as something they have to drastically change overnight, but small simple changes are often just as effective if not better than big changes.
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Hi, I completely agree. Too much of anything is not good for us. Even healthy foods like fruits can become unhealthy when consumed in excess. Though, that doesn’t mean we should cut a bunch of food out of our diet either. Moderation is key to a healthy diet.
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Kid's Healthy Eating Plate - The Nutrition Source The Kid’s Healthy Eating Plate is a visual guide to help educate and encourage children to eat well and keep moving. At a glance, the graphic features

I would give this article. The website is based on info from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health's nutrition department. They don't accept advertising or sponsorships. The article itself is simple, easy to read, and has cute graphics which is perfect for kids.
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Wow, I knew Twinkies weren’t healthy, but I didn’t expect how much sugar are in just one Twinkie. 14 grams of sugar is equivalent to 3.5 teaspoons, which is more than half of what the American Heart Association recommends as the daily sugar limit for women (25 grams).
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It’s super interesting many of the coffee alternatives listed are things I never thought had energy boosting benefits. For example, I never knew lemon water and bone broth had other benefits besides being a good source of nutrients and helping with digestion.
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I agree. Many people believe they need to cut out all “junk” food or completely stop eating certain categories of food to be healthy. However, unconventional methods like Tom’s can help people stay consistent and can be more effective than just cutting out food groups.
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Tom’s method to losing weight made me realize that someone doesn’t need to always eat clean to change their lifestyle. If what they’re doing helps them stay consistent and works, then it doesn’t matter what method they use even if that method includes eating Chick-fil-a. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hi Lindsey, I completely agree that we should never judge or make assumptions about someone based on their physical appearance. There’s a lot of factors that can influence a person’s appearance, and we can never truly tell what someone might be going through based on that @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

One fact that sticks to me is that fat shaming only makes people feel ashamed, anxious, depressed, and self-destructive. Many people think they’re offering tough love, but in reality, they aren’t doing anything but hurting someone’s self-confidence.
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This looks delicious! I think this is a great way to add more nutrients into your diet while also being easy to prepare and tasty!
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Hi Himani, I really relate to this barrier. Balancing work, school, and other responsibilities is tough. I also find myself gravitating towards meals that are easy to cook. I’m guilty of eating leftovers cold because I don’t want to waste time microwaving.
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One barrier I relate to is lack of time to plan, shop, prepare and cook healthy foods. I feel too tired to cook after clinical. I also feel like it’s too time consuming so I end up eating something convenient or just skipping meals even though I know it’s not healthy @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Wow! That’s so cool. I never knew avocados can lower the odds of developing food allergies in infants. Is that due to the nutrients in avocados? Or something else? What’s the science behind that?
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Hi Lindsey,

That’s very interesting. I didn’t know that vitamin D was so important for fetal development. It’s surprising that 25% of women don’t get enough of it during their pregnancy. Do you know what are the best sources of vitamin D during pregnancy?
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Is There Really Any Benefit to Multivitamins? A recent look at multivitamins by Johns Hopkins researchers shows that there’s no proof of benefit. Find out the one supplement deemed beneficial—and how others failed.

The article states that despite many Americans taking vitamins, vitamins did not reduce risk for heart disease, cancer, or mental declines later in life. Instead of spending money on vitamins, they recommended spending money on maintaining a healthy diet.
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I also agree. Ultra-processed foods are often high in added sugar, unhealthy fats, and calories while lacking in nutrients. Their low cost contributes to issues like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Stronger regulations can help people make better dietary decisions.
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It’s great that foods I love eating like kimchi, bananas, and beans can improve my gut health as well. Although it’s not the healthiest, I love adding kimchi on top of my ramen. I like the flavor it adds to my noodles and i’m glad to know it has other benefits as well 😄 @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hi Macaylan, this is a great article to recommend to someone struggling with sleep problems. I never knew that tomatoes, kiwis, and walnuts contain the melatonin hormone which can promote sleep. Next time I have trouble sleeping, i’ll definitely give this a try. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

13 small changes that add up to a healthy diet A few small steps can make a healthy diet and help you to control your weight, too. Dietitian Annemarie Aburrow shows us how.

This article gives tips on how small changes can make a big difference in healthy eating such as replacing chips for nuts.The author is a registered dietitian and bases their recommendations on the info from the results of the UK national diet and nutrition survey. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

The keto diet is a low carb high fat diet with the goal to induce ketosis. This means that the body switches from using carbs as an energy source to the fat stored around the body. Some benefits of this diet include improved blood sugar and reduced inflammation. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hi Linh, I’ve actually tried intermittent fasting in the past and I personally can’t say that I noticed any changes with my body while fasting. I wouldn’t say I felt exhausted but I did feel lightheaded at times and tired more easily. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

I’m really happy to hear that red foods like tomatoes, berries, and watermelon have these benefits! I never knew they can lower BP. I love eating tomatoes especially when cooked with eggs. I also enjoy watermelon and strawberries. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

Hi Jillian, that recipe sounds delicious! I also often eat white rice and I think replacing white rice with brown rice is a great way to make your meal more nutrient dense. Another alternative you could try is purple rice which is rich in protein, fiber, and antioxidants. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

One way I can make my food more nutrient dense is by replacing the white bread I usually use in my sandwiches with whole grain bread. I can also replace the protein I use in my sandwiches with lean meat or tofu. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

That’s so interesting. With how many benefits pulses have, I can’t believe they’re not more well known. I can’t say I’ve tried them before but after reading this, I definitely want to try to include them in my diet!
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