June 16th, 2022
Intermittent fasting has been getting a lot of attention, from those looking to lose weight, to others
hoping to improve glucose control. It’s a pattern of eating that alternates between fasting and eating,
on a regular schedule. Mindful or…
June 3rd, 2022
Diabetes meal planning can be challenging and confusing. It seems that everyone has a different idea
of what you should or shouldn’t eat. Maybe you’ve been told “you can’t eat pasta” or “rice has too
many carbs”. There is much…
May 16th, 2022
Each year the Administration for Community Living (ACL) promotes a celebration of older Americans in
the month of May. This year, the theme is “Age My Way”. The focus is on older adults aging in place and
living independently for as long as…
May 5th, 2022
Osteoporosis is “the most common bone disease in humans”, according to the Bone Health and
Osteoporosis Report by the Surgeon General. It is a progressive deterioration of the bone’s integrity, and
while it is frequently age-related, its…
April 15th, 2022
Diabetes is a chronic disease and a growing concern across the United States. The Centers for Disease
Control (CDC) estimates the number of adults with diabetes is nearly thirty million, and the prevalence in
Maryland is repeatedly among the top…
April 1st, 2022
Diabetes is a serious disease that affects people of all ages, requiring careful
monitoring of blood sugar, heart health, and long-term diabetes complications.
For seniors, however, managing diabetes demands more attention, as the risks
for…
March 15th, 2022
Let’s eat right with less salt! Most of us consume more than we realize, and you may be surprised to learn the
majority of our salt or sodium intake does not come from the salt shaker.
Even bread and cereals have added sodium, with some…
March 1st, 2022
It’s always time for healthy eating! But in the month of March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) celebrates National
Nutrition Month, to broaden awareness and bring healthy eating back into focus. It is increasingly important this…