How are you taking care of yourself? Taking care of yourself directly impacts your ability to care for others. Think – are you getting the sleep you need, managing stress in a positive way, meeting your nutritional needs, getting in physical exercise? Which came first? Are nutrient shortfalls secondary to lack of sleep or […]
Our immune system is such an elaborate system of many interconnected parts that requires balance and harmony. Our desire is to live a healthy lifestyle that builds a strong immune system in order to fight off the coronavirus or other harmful substances should we come in contact with them.
When you manage your blood sugar (glucose) your risk of getting very sick is likely lower. If you experience high blood sugar or fluctuating blood sugars your body’s ability to fight off an infection is compromised therefore increasing your chances of getting seriously ill from COVID-19.
This forced slowed down lifestyle gives us the ability to pause and be intentional about our health and fitness goals. We’re staying home, living a much slower pace, we have suddenly found ourselves with opportunities to be present and intentional.
There are two very important ways you can protect yourself are to reduce exposure and strengthen your immunity. 1) Reduce exposure by washing your hands routinely, cleaning frequently touched surfaces (think keyboards, cellphones, doorknobs), staying home when you are sick and limiting visitors, and covering your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze (sneeze […]
For those following the Low FODMAP diet knows the struggles associated with figuring out what to eat. Epicured provided products for this post, however, the opinions are completely ours based on our experience with Epicured.
CBD is everywhere and in everything, from beauty products to food and beverages such as lattes and candies. Like any substance, CBD can have side effects. CBD can interact with other foods, drugs or medications.
Let me introduce some common herbs found at the grocery store (and are also very easy to grow from your own backyard)!
Cancer is a disease that impacts everyone in the patient’s support network. If you have questions about nutrition during cancer treatment and recovery, contact our dietitians at Banister Nutrition at 405-755-7561.
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