wel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic health condition that health care providers should be prepared to identify and help their patients with.
Food for Healthy Aging and Cognitive Health
March 19, 2024
Cognitive deterioration is a normal aspect of growing older, yet a substantial body of research suggests that early dietary and lifestyle modifications can offer significant benefits and preventive support.
Heart Health Supplements – Insights for Clinicians
February 20, 2024
The heart is the most energy demanding organ in the body, pumping approximately 2000 gallons of blood per day and beating an estimated 2.5 billion times in an average lifetime. It’s one of the most important organs in terms of keeping the human body alive.
Today’s food system is sophisticated enough to generate many foods that support health worldwide.
Healthy Habits for Mental Wellness
December 5, 2023
While the holidays often bring joy, they can also become a source of overwhelming stress for some people.
Cultural Considerations in Diabetes Management
November 6, 2023
In the U.S., 1 in 5 people have diabetes, and estimates suggest an additional 8.5 million Americans have diabetes but haven’t yet been diagnosed.
Breast cancer accounts for 25% of all female cancers and is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among women.
Food as Medicine: Exploring the Crossroads of Nutrition & Healthcare
September 14, 2023
Access to food that promotes health and well-being is a struggle for many people. Food as medicine (FAM) is a way for healthcare professionals (HCPs) to incorporate nutrition interventions in patient care to improve health and nutrition security.
It’s widely understood that proper nutrition is essential for brain development. For children, the positive impact of a healthful and varied diet stems far beyond this – it contributes to improved focus, concentration, and ultimately supports learning potential and academic achievement. ...
Over the last decade, the human gastrointestinal microbiome and its role in health and disease has risen as a research hotspot. In addition to its undeniable connection to the brain and immunity, emerging studies have uncovered the link between gut health and skin health, aptly referred to as the gut-skin axis. Researchers have found that gut dysbiosis, or an imbalance of microorganisms in the intestines, not only alters the skin microbiome, but may also contribute to a variety of skin disorders and diseases.1 This includes acne, psoriasis, rosacea, and atopic dermatitis. To provide patient education on ways to improve skin health through the gut, it’s important for healthcare professionals to understand the role of the skin microbiome, how it is affected by the gut and science-based recommendations that could be beneficial for both areas of the body.