by AZ Dietitians | May 29, 2023
When someone is on a diet, they are eliminating certain food and/or food groups from their meals to typically attain a certain goal – whether that includes losing weight, managing their diabetes, preventing heart disease, gaining muscle, and more. Common...
by AZ Dietitians | May 22, 2023
Why Do I Need Magnesium? Magnesium is a key mineral for our health and well-being and is involved in several important functions in the body. Magnesium plays a role in over 300 functions in our body including:1 Energy production Making DNA and RNA Blood pressure...
by AZ Dietitians | May 15, 2023
May is National Strawberry Month – and there are many reasons to celebrate this delicious berry! The strawberry originated in Europe in the 18th century. Strawberries are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and plant compounds which may benefit heart health...
by AZ Dietitians | May 8, 2023
Did you know that only 1 in 10 adults eat the recommended amount of fruits and vegetables? 1. People feel like it is easier to add fruits to their diet because of their sweet flavorful taste. On the other hand, people struggle to eat vegetables due to the taste of...
by AZ Dietitians | May 1, 2023
Many people have begun switching out their favorite products for the “sugar-free” alternatives in order to not spike blood sugar and help manage their weight. These sugar-free products contain sugar substitutes in place of sucrose (also known as table sugar). These...