Nutrition Blog
The AZ Dietitians Nutrition and Wellness Blog
Plant-Based Proteins: How to Get Enough Without Meat
You don’t have to eat meat to fulfill your protein goals. Learn how plant-based proteins can be beneficial for health and how to get enough.
How to Keep Your Blood Sugar in Check This Thanksgiving
Learn how to control blood sugar spikes during Thanksgiving, other food-related holidays, and every day with these helpful eating habits.
Renal Nutrition: How Dialysis Changes Nutrition Needs Compared to Chronic Kidney Disease
Learn more about the nutrition needs of people with Chronic Kidney Disease before and during dialysis for optimal health and kidney function.
Iron Supplements and Why Some Work Better Than Others
Iron supplements can be life-changing if you’re iron-deficient, but the right type of supplement depends on your body and your needs.
A Parent’s Guide to Halloween Candy: Balance, Boundaries and Fun
Here, our Registered Dietitians provide useful tips to help parents guide their children through healthy enjoyment of Halloween candy.
Creatine Supplementation: What to Know
Is creatine supplementation safe? Who should supplement with creatine? Our Registered Dietitians answer these questions and more here.
GLP-1 Medications and Muscle Loss
GLP-1 medications are game-changers in obesity and diabetes care, but it’s essential to support lean muscle mass during the treatment.
Dietitian vs Nutritionist: What’s the Real Difference?
Learn the differences between a nutritionist and Registered Dietitian, including education, scope of practice, and insurance coverage, so you can determine the best fit for your needs.
Why Emotional Eating Isn’t a Failure, And What to Do Instead
Learn what emotional eating is, what triggers it, and how working with a Registered Dietitian can help you develop and follow healthy eating habits.