Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
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...
Healthy Snack Tips Everyone Can Use
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern Snacking on junk food is all too easy to do when you are feeling that afternoon slump. But, junk food snacks lack nutrition and often leave us still hungry and feeling bloated. Instead, look for a healthy snack that can fuel...
Mindful Eating Practices You Can Start TODAY
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern What is Mindful Eating? Mindful eating is the process of being completely present and aware of the eating experience. This includes listening to innate hunger cues to guide your eating decisions, choosing foods that are both...
Food Allergy Signs, Symptoms, and Causes Explained
Written by: Jackie Durand RD, CDNJackie is a Connecticut-based dietitian and author who creates educational material and helps clients manage their health through small lifestyle changes. Food Allergy Facts: Getting Diagnosed Do you experience stomach upset,...
How to Eat to Promote Bone Health
Created by: Kristen Carli, Dietetic Intern What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease consisting of weakened bones that can lead to easy fractures. Osteoporosis occurs in older adults, affecting more women than men. About 25% of men and 50% of women will break a...