by AZ Dietitians | Feb 28, 2022
If you have type 2 diabetes and have visited one of our registered dietitians, you likely already know what diabetes is, what affects it, and how to manage it. Sometimes we’re asked if supplements help lower blood sugar levels and other blood markers. The answer...
by AZ Dietitians | Mar 14, 2021
The Dietary Guidelines recommend keeping intake of saturated fats to less than 10% of total daily calories. Studies have shown that saturated fats can raise bad cholesterol and increase the risk of developing heart disease. Replacing foods high in saturated fat with...
by AZ Dietitians | Mar 8, 2021
Potassium is one of the three main electrolytes and third most abundant mineral in the body. It’s function is to assist in maintaining fluid balance. It also plays a role in heart and muscle contractions and supporting the nervous system. Do YOU get enough of this...
by AZ Dietitians | Feb 28, 2021
Vitamin D helps build strong bones by increasing absorption of calcium and maintaining blood levels of calcium and phosphate to promote bone mineralization, growth, and repair. It also decreases inflammation and helps support a healthy immune system to fight off...
by AZ Dietitians | Feb 22, 2021
Protein can be found throughout the human body. In fact, it is a part of every cell and plays a significant role in the body’s ability to carry out major physiological processes, such as transporting oxygen from your lungs to the rest of the body. Protein is made from...
by AZ Dietitians | Aug 24, 2020
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern Fiber, also known as dietary fiber, is a substance found in all plants. Fiber helps form the supporting structures in plants such as the leaves, stems, and seeds. It is a carbohydrate that passes through the body and is not...
