By Harry Oken, M.D., practicing internist in Columbia, Maryland, medical advisory board member for Persona Nutrition; Dr. Oken is an adjunct professor of medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and [ ... ]
During my university coursework in epidemiology and emergency management for viral outbreaks, I never thought I would actually live to see a pandemic. With modern medicine and technology advancement, many of us feel that living [ ... ]
“I can’t eat carbs at night”, “Fruit has too many carbs”, “Carbs make you gain weight” these are just a few of the many myths associated with carbohydrates. The negative perception of carbohydrates is abundant, but [ ... ]
Eating a plateful of different-colored foods is appetizing visually, but also provides numerous health benefits as well. Consuming a variety of fruits and vegetables in different colors ensures that you are obtaining a full spectrum [ ... ]
Nearly three-fourths of Americans aged 55 and older start noticing changes in vision between the ages of 40 and 45-years-old. Studies show there is a lot you can do diet-wise to avoid vision loss. Here are some of my favorite recipes [ ... ]
With so many trending diets on the media it is hard to filter through them and figure out what you really need. You’ve probably heard your doctor talk about inflammation, or seen foods and supplements promoting anti-inflammatory [ ... ]
Intermittent fasting is a diet that has recently gained just as much popularity as it has skepticism and criticism. Some swear by it claiming that this is not just a fad diet, but a life-altering approach to food. Others are not [ ... ]
Probiotics are bacteria that are used to help maintain healthy microorganisms in the body’s gut. Humans naturally have between 500 and 1,000 different strains of bacteria in their bodies. These microorganisms optimize the body’s [ ... ]
Happy National Red Wine Day! I can think of no better excuse to pour myself a glass in celebration of red wine! You may have heard that red wine can be good for you, reducing your risk of heart disease. But how much of its claim [ ... ]
We are in the midst of summer, with Labor Day Weekend around the corner! I don’t know about you, but for me, Labor Day is all about, camping, hiking, and s’mores by the fire. That’s right, I’m a Registered Dietitian and [ ... ]
