Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
Insulin Resistance and Hyperlipidemia– How Are They Related?
The prevalence of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases has increased, and insulin resistance has been widely shown to be a critical pathophysiology pathway for the development of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Cardiovascular diseases are the main...
All About Cholesterol
Have you heard that eggs have too much cholesterol and that you should stay away or limit them? For years that has been a major piece of advice given to people who want to improve their heart health. But is it still true? New research suggests otherwise....
All About Gut Health
Did you know your gut health impacts your whole body? Our gut health starts having an impact on our body from the moment we are born. As we age, our gut bacteria begin adapting to our environment and diversifying themselves based on the foods we are exposed to. ...
What Happens When We Eat Too Much Added Sugar?
Sugar, you know – that sweet stuff that tastes pretty good? It’s typically in our favorite desserts, added to our drinks, and sometimes in our meals. Sometimes it can be easy for sugar to go unnoticed in our diets, especially when we don't know which foods have it or...
Should Everyone Be On A Gluten-Free Diet?
What is Gluten? Gluten is a naturally occurring protein found in wheat products, and it aids in helping foods maintain their shape. It is commonly known to be in items such as wheat, barley, and rye. Gluten-free diets are for people who have been diagnosed with celiac...
Should I Buy Green Powder Supplements?
Green powder supplements are powdered and are on a crazy high rise as of late, especially on social media. People claim that they can aid in bloating, digestion, excess gas, and improve cardiovascular risks. Some state that these powders are packed with all the...
Egg-cellent Ways to Prepare Eggs!
Eggs are a nutritious food that can be prepared in so many different ways and can be enjoyed any time of the day. Eggs are often used in both cooking and baking. In this article, you’ll learn 9 different ways to prepare eggs. Nutrition Eggs are a good source of...
Ashwagandha for Athletic Performance– Is it Worth it?
What is Ashwagandha ? The Ashwagandha plant is a shrub that is found in India and Southeast Asia. Extracts or powder from the plant's roots or leaves are used to treat a variety of conditions (1): Reduce stress and anxiety symptoms. It is classified as an...
What is Nutritional Yeast?
Nutritional yeast is the same type of yeast that is used to produce bread and brew beer and is a species of yeast known as Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Unlike other types of yeast, nutritional yeast is not alive - it is deactivated by heating and then sold as thin flakes...