Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) is not a disease; it is a group of symptoms that occur together that affect the large intestine. One in five Americans and twice as many women as men experience symptoms of IBS. Though no specific cause is known, several factors may contribute to IBS, including heredity, lifestyle, allergies, an infection or […]
Eating disorders have been around for centuries. They continue to be extremely baffling, mind boggling and outlandish for the individual struggling with the disorder and certainly for those who love this struggling individual. Eating disorders appear to be an exact example of Romans 7:15- “I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do, […]
According to several sources, Americans will eat more than 600 million Marshmallow Peeps and Bunnies this Easter. That is A LOT OF SUGAR! ‘Just Born’’s Bethlehem, Pa., factory makes more than 1 billion Peeps a year. That’s 4 million Peeps a day. The ‘Just Born’ candy tradition began in 1910 when Sam Born immigrated […]
Are you a binger eater? A binge is defined as a short time period devoted to indulging in an activity. Binge eating involves excessive food intake over a short period of time. Binge eaters will frequently choose foods they have been restricting to binge on, such as chips, cookies, ice cream, breads. However, in other […]
I want to quit worrying about what I eat. I want to quit worrying about my weight. I want to quit worrying about what my stomach looks like. I want to quit worrying about what I look like. I want to quit staying home because I know I don’t look good in my clothes. I […]
Good nutrition is important for everyone. 33 million Americans, are hungry, do not have enough to eat on a regular basis, or do not have the money or assistance to get enough food to maintain active, healthy lives. More than 1 million Seniors living alone do not have enough food to eat on a regular basis or […]
Struggling with an eating disorder looks like an issue with food. In actuality, eating disorders are emotional and physical problems, frequently control issues, that manifest as ‘food control’. Every new patient who walks through the doors at Banister and Associates has a unique story and foundation for the roots of their disorder. Regardless of […]
March is National Nutrition Month and at Banister and Associates, we are implementing a program called ‘BITEME’, which is a campaign to increase our patient’s consumption and awareness of fruits and vegetables. Less than 20% of Oklahomans get their recommended 5 servings a day of fruits and vegetables. We want to encourage YOU […]
GOUT sounds like a gross word. But its a stark reality for more than 8.3 million Americans. The prevalence of gout in the U.S. has risen over the last twenty years and affects at least 4% of Americans. Gout affects more than just men, although it is commonly thought of as an ‘older male’ condition. […]
When you hear “chia” your first thought may be of the green fur or hair of Chia Pets, collectible clay figurines. But did you know that chia seeds can also be a healthful addition to your diet? Chia seeds come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, a member of the mint family. The seed is […]