Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
Incorporate More Vegetarian Meals For Ultimate Health
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Why Eat Vegetarian? Research shows that vegetarians have lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and lower instances of diabetes and cancer. They do not simply omit meat from their diets, but instead increase their intake of...
What are Probiotics and Where Can You Get Them?
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Probiotics, prebiotics and gut health are trendy topics at the moment! Do you know what these are or how they benefit your health? What does the research say about these functional foods? What Is Gut Health and Why Is It...
Healthy Backyard BBQ Tips You’ll Love
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Barbecues are a great time to get together with family and friends. But, they often lead to eating more than you should or eating foods that simply aren't as healthy. Rather than giving up on barbecuing altogether, take these...
Selenium – What Is It and Why Do We Need It?
Although you may not be familiar with it yourself, selenium is a nutrient that the body needs in order to stay healthy. It's important for reproduction, thyroid gland function (metabolism), DNA production, immune system health, and protecting the body from damage...
Vitamin C Benefits and Food Sources
What is the Role of Vitamin C in the Body? Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble nutrient found in some foods. In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping protect cells from damage. It's also responsible for making collagen, which is a protein...
Vitamin E: What Is It and Where Do You Get It?
What is Vitamin E’s Role in the Body? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that performs many functions. First, it's an antioxidant which protects body tissue from damage. It's also essential in helping to keep the immune system strong against viruses and bacteria. In...
Healthy Tips for Ordering Take-Out or Delivery
With everything that has been going on with COVID-19, a lot of people are taking advantage of take-out and delivery meals. Can Ordering Take-Out Be Healthy? Making healthy choices from an online menu can sometimes be challenging. However, most restaurants have...
Vitamin A: Why Is It Necessary & Where Do You Get It?
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in many foods. It's important for ensuring normal function of the immune system, maintaining healthy vision, and aiding the proper growth and development of babies in the womb. It also helps the heart,...
Zinc: An Important Mineral For Optimal Health
Zinc is an important trace mineral that people need in order to stay healthy. It is needed for the immune system to work properly and plays a role in cell division, cell growth, wound healing, and the breakdown of carbohydrates. It's also needed for the senses of...