by AZ Dietitians | Aug 3, 2020
Created by: Hali Obray, Dietetic Intern If you have been told that your child is overweight or obese, don’t panic. Though these terms are generally used to mean that a child is too fat, they actually mean that a child is too big. The body mass index (BMI) is used to...
by AZ Dietitians | Jul 27, 2020
Created by: Hali Obray, Dietetic Intern When you’re at the grocery store picking up eggs, meat, produce, or packaged goods, there are a lot of claims on various brands’ food packaging. What do they mean? Is there a difference? Food packaging claims can be confusing...
by AZ Dietitians | Jul 20, 2020
With all the focus on the scale and weight in our society, it isn’t surprising that millions of people fall prey to fad diets and bogus weight-loss products. Conflicting claims, testimonials and hype by so-called “experts” can confuse even the most...
by AZ Dietitians | Jul 13, 2020
Created by: Hali Obray, Dietetic Intern As the weather continues to get hotter, staying hydrated is even more important to prevent dehydration. But how much water do you need? Recommendations for staying hydrated According to the National Academies of Sciences,...
by AZ Dietitians | Jul 6, 2020
Created by: Hali Obray, Dietetic Intern There are many health benefits that come from eating fruits and vegetables, as they contain fiber and a variety of vitamins and minerals. Because of these benefits, it’s recommended to include them in your diet. A parent...
