With the weather getting warmer and summer around the corner, it is important to make sure summer necessities are clean. Coolers can carry bacteria which is bad as it can effect peoples food leading to eating bad food. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Brandy,
I completely agree with your points! Healthcare providers can make a major impact on patients by simply educating them on their diet. Nutrition is key to prevention of harmful diseases and illnesses to the body. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

As a future health care provider I think that incorporating nutritional information to patient is key for their health. Nutrition and a healthy diet can prevent so many health problems and by raising awareness to patients can improve their lives. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

I love this post! There is a major misconception that protein is strictly just meats, but protein comes in many forms. Getting your daily protein intake can come in many forms! @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Mahi,
Ultraprocessed foods are in everyday products Americans consume. Having healthy organic foods and checking whether or not they are can improve health. Fresh produce such as your diet are very good! @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

One thing I look for in any nutritional post in how credible the sources are. I tend to look for the qualifications of the author. In many cases people who are unqualified post about nutrition which can spread misinformation. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Having a garden at home is a good way to save money on fruits and veggies while consuming them in one's diet. I have my own family garden at home and this really allows me to have fresh greens in my backyard. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Mindy, great article selection! Very easy to read for the ordinary parent or child to help them better their diet with factual information. These foods in the article are easy to obtain and add to any diet. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

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 found this short and easy to read article that includes important foods for young kids. All the nutritional right choices for a child to be healthy with multiple options are included. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

I loved this post from Dr Emma Becket. As we explore the topics of obesity this week, these "social standards" can really negatively impact the way people view abut themselves. It is important to be mindful that everyone is different. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Britney, I agree I think that as future healthcare providers it is our job to make patients feel included and have to freedom to tell us their problems. People can be very judgmental and ignore major factors that have cause their issues. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Tom's story was very moving for me. As someone who has been on diets, it is very hard to stay consistent. His story is one that I think many people can find relatable. Doctors can be very closed minded towards obese patients and it is important to treat patients the same. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

There is a major stigma associated with marijuana. I think as a healthcare provider finding alternative ways to treat patients is important and keeping an open mind. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Brandy, I agree as future healthcare providers being mindful is so important. Obesity in many cases is caused by genetics and not something patients can change. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

It is very alarming the amount of people in America that suffer from obesity. As a future healthcare provider, it is vital to keep an open mind as obesity can cause anxiety and depression. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Sugar sweetened beverages are in most of the drinks Americans drink daily. Because of this many problems can arise such as oral cavity cancer. Although these drinks are tasty, opting for the healthy alternatives can improve health exponentially. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Angelina, as a college student I find this very relatable as I do not have the time and sometimes can be lazy to eat bad foods. Prepping food ahead of time defiantly helps with this and causes less stress. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

One barrier I find relatable is trying to eat healthy while there are so many other fast food options. Although I do enjoy cooking and making my own meals, I find it hard to make time and sometimes opt for the fast food option. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Cereals are a huge part of many American peoples diets. This informational post can help many people make better dietary choices in their daily meals. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello, many people are quick to take vitamins as they are good for you, but often they can be taking the wrong vitamins. It is important to understand the deficiencies that you have and take the vitamins for safe use. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

This article takes about the importance of vitamin b12 as it can improve issues relating to heart disease. Things such as excessive alcohol use can lower b12 levels negativly affecting your health! @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Prince, I recall seeing this image of a balanced and healthy meal growing up around school. This is a great way to really understand what a balanced diet really is and it is very easy for anyone to follow. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

It is very cool to see the nutritional list for people in the past. Many of these food groups are still promoted as healthy eating in todays standards. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

The Time You Eat Doesn't Matter For Weight Loss, Study Finds A new study finds that what time you eat meals doesn't matter for weight loss—what's important is the amount you eat.

This popular press article is about intermittent fasting and the myths behind it. Many people believe that intermittent fasting is an effective way to lose weight, but in reality it has no effects. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

As an avid tea enjoyer I think that tea is incredible for a person's health. I think that many people should incorporate this into their diet to help them as it does reduce many health problems such as inflammation. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello Micayad! I also have trouble with this and I think that IF does help some people and could do harm to others if done wrong. It is very important to check in with a doctor before to make sure you are safe for this diet. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

The carnivore diet was one diet that caught my attention. It consist of animal products such as meats, eggs and dairy while eliminating other foods. One question I had was how does this diet substitute for the major lack in fibers? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social

I often get a sweet tooth and consume bad and unhealthy sugars. A good substitute could be dates as they offer many health benefits. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

Hello George. I recently have also seen the better benefits of eating whole grain bread when compared to white bread. Whole grain contains more fiber and nutrients which is very beneficial to ones health. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353

A drink I consume is whole milk, but I have found that this contains too many calories as I am trying to cut weight. To replace this I will drink unsweetened almond milk, which contains less calories and fats. This fits my nutritional values more in my current time. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353