Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
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...
Healthy Tips For Navigating the Grocery Store
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Grocery stores are designed to make us purchase more food. Every aisle is capped with flashy displays and discounted products. It’s very easy to end up with more food, often unhealthy options, that you didn’t plan on buying....
Helpful Food Safety Tips – Grilling Edition
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Food safety is no joke! Cleanliness, cross-contamination, storage temperatures, and minimal internal cooking temperatures are all important to monitor so that microorganisms cannot grow, persist, and infect. Summer is a time...
Healthy Aging: Habits to Follow As You Age
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Healthy aging IS possible if you know what to do and how to eat as you grow older. Let's take a look at some things you can do along the way to help you live well for longer! Healthy Aging Tips and Habits Maintain a Healthy...