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Read Your Food Labels: Watch out for Maltodextrin
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
January 29, 2021
Look for Maltodextrin on Food Labels
Check the nutrition labels on the packaged foods you have in your refrigerator, freezer and cupboard. There’s a good chance the ingredients list includes maltodextrin, a commonly used food additive that’s linked to inflammatory bowel… See more
Why I Recommend Olive Oil
By Louis B Malinow, M.D.
MDVIP
November 17, 2020
Olive oil health benefits
I encourage my patients to increase healthy fat intake. Along with fish, certain nuts and seeds, avocado, and even a few saturated fats like coconut oil, I strongly advocate for daily intake of extra virgin olive oil. Most patients know that olive oil is healthy, but are confused about how to… See more
Eat More of These 7 foods
By Louis B Malinow, M.D.
MDVIP
November 17, 2020
1. Extra virgin olive oil:
Get in one to two tablespoons daily of cold-pressed, extra virgin olive oil. (Why olive oil? Here are my reasons.) 2. Nuts:
Go for macadamia and pistachio first and… See more
The Protein Paradox: Too Much or Too Little Protein Can Cause Problems
November 17, 2020
Are High Protein Diets Healthy?
In 2003 a new weight loss fad began emerging—high protein diets. For a while, these high-protein, low-carb diets seemed like the Holy Grail of weight loss. Over time, many people found these diets difficult to sustain and associated with some health issues. The diets fell out of favor as a… See more
Really, It's Okay to Eat Eggs
By Louis B Malinow, M.D.
MDVIP
November 17, 2020
Eggs are okay to eat
If you pay attention to nutrition news, you’ve probably heard just about everything about eggs. The good, the bad and the half-boiled! Here’s the latest: Eggs aren’t the pariah they once were.  In January 2020, the journal Circulation published a science advisory from American Heart… See more
How to Shop Healthy at the Grocery Store
November 17, 2020
Shop with a grocery list
Now that you’ve gotten to know your grocery store better, it’s time to put your new knowledge to the test. Before you shop, read through these eight tips to make your experience a little healthier.

Make a list and stick to it.

It may sound trite, but shopping with a grocery list is a… See more
Food for Thought: How to Eat for Brain Health
November 14, 2020
Following the elements of Mediterranean diet can help your brain's health.
Like exercise, nutrition is an important component of maintaining your brain health. Studies show that following the right diet and eating the right foods can help improve your cognitive function.  While certain foods are commonly associated with a healthier brain, we know that a healthy… See more
Indulging in Just One High-Fat Meal Can Impair Your Ability to Focus
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
November 13, 2020
High-fat meals can lead to a loss of focus.
When you’re stressed out, indulging in your favorite, high-fat comfort foods may hit the spot. But doing so may interfere with your ability to concentrate, according to a study published in … See more
Too Much Salt Might Be Impairing Your Immune System
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 28, 2020
Too Much Salt Might Be Impairing Your Immune System
It doesn’t look like COVID-19 is going away any time soon, which means it’s important to keep your immune system strong. This means getting good quality sleep, exercising regularly, managing stress and eating vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats.  It also is a good… See more
Is Coconut Oil Really Heart Healthy?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 15, 2020
Is Coconut Oil Really Heart Healthy?
For decades, coconut oil was shunned as a cooking oil because it was considered unhealthy. It’s really high in saturated fat, after all. But over the last 10 to 12 years, it has gained popularity and has even been touted as heart healthy.   Coconut oil’s rise can be contributed to a couple of… See more

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