Supplement Considerations for Weight Loss

(Co-written with Patrick Wold, Iowa State Dietetic Intern) Protein Supplements Protein is primarily responsible for building muscle tissue but is also needed for enzyme and hormone production. When eating a calorie restricted diet, preserving muscle mass is the goal, as muscle burns three times more calories per day than fat. Strive for getting in around…

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3 Ways to Have Your Cake and Enjoy it too!

Those with diabetes or on a weight loss program often think they can’t have any treats or goodies. Nothing could be further from the truth. However, in order not to sabotage your weight loss efforts or cause blood glucose levels to skyrocket, it’s important to keep these three tips in mind when having a little…

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Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle: 12 Tips to a Healthier You

The theme for National Nutrition Month is “Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle”, which focuses on making better food choices that will result in consuming fewer calories to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, reduce the risk of chronic disease and promote overall health.  Even though National Nutrition Month is drawing to a close, you can continue…

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