Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
How to Control and Lower High Blood Pressure
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern According to the American Heart Association, about half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure[1]. So, what does that mean, and why do we need to watch out for it? In this post, you’ll find answers to these questions plus...
Online Health Information: What Can I Trust?
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern There are thousands of websites, online magazines, and social media posts focused on health. Some provide reliable information while others do not. With all of the information floating around on the internet, it’s important...
Weight Loss, Sleep & How to Get More of Each
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern Ever wonder why you’re not losing weight when it seems you’ve been doing everything right? Today I’m going to cover a topic that many don’t realize affects their weight loss goals so much: sleep. After that, I’ll go over lots...
Whole Grains vs. Refined Grains – Are They All Bad?
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern The war against grains, and specifically gluten, seems to never end. With gluten-free and grain-free options everywhere you turn, it’s a natural response to question whether eating grains is right for you. Today, I’m sharing...
The Complete Guide to Eating Healthy While Traveling
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern Raise your hand if you have a love-hate relationship with road trips. You know what I’m talking about: staring at what seems to be an endless road, jamming to your favorite tunes, eating out of boredom, enjoying some family...
A Detox Diet: Bogus or Brilliant?
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern Do you ever scroll through a social media account and notice ads or posts about “detox water for weight-loss” or a “3-day liver cleanse?” Claims about the supposed health benefits of a cleanse or a detox are everywhere...
The Benefits of Family Meals
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern Late workdays and after-school activities are only a couple of the reasons why family meals are often placed on the back burner. With all of these distractions and commitments, it’s easy to opt for grab-and-go options instead...
The Difference Between Gluten Sensitivity, Allergy & Celiac Disease
Created by Rachel Raymond, Dietetic Intern Do you have a friend who avoids eating anything with wheat flour in it? Maybe you have a friend who is on a gluten-free diet yet doesn’t check the ingredient list when ordering at a restaurant. You might even have a friend...
What’s Dietary Fiber and How Much Do I Need?
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...