by AZ Dietitians | Jan 26, 2021
A food allergy results when a food is consumed and mistaken by the body to be something harmful, which causes the immune system to respond and attack. This negative immune response causes unwanted signs and symptoms such as hives, GI issues, wheezing, difficulty...
by AZ Dietitians | Jan 19, 2021
Evolved from the 16 countries bordering the Mediterranean sea, the mediterranean diet has gained rising popularity. The diet is well-recognized by medical professionals, the American Heart Association and the World Health Organization. Mediterranean countries exhibit...
by AZ Dietitians | Jan 11, 2021
The human body functions by utilizing energy. The body gets this energy from the food we consume which contain carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. These macronutrients are converted to glucose and either stored or immediately used to create ATP. ATP is the body’s...
by AZ Dietitians | Jan 4, 2021
Food waste reduction would have a significant impact on the environment. Food waste generates a huge proportion of greenhouse gas emissions amounting to approximately 8% worldwide according to the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization. How Can You Help Reduce Food...
by AZ Dietitians | Dec 29, 2020
The word sustainable has gained much attention in recent years and it has for good reason. But what does it mean to be sustainable? According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, “sustainable agriculture enables us to produce healthful food without compromising...
