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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Connected Health: Tracking Health, Activity, and Sleep

The new Apple Watch 10 offers advanced features such as sleep tracking, EKG monitoring, heart rate tracking, step counting, activity monitoring, standing reminders, and even screen use tracking. Other comparable devices include FitBit, Garmin, and Google Pixel, as well as fitness apps found on smartphones and watches.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Advantages of Roasted Dinner

Roasted dinners are so easy. Put everything in the oven together, set the timer and wait for dinner. There is little attended time, the cooking method is healthy, and cleanup is a breeze. Here is how to do it.

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Celebrate National Nutrition Month-Food Connects Us!

As a registered dietitian who grew up in an Italian household where food was central to every occasion from breakfast to bridal showers, I couldn’t be more excited about this year’s National Nutrition Month theme, “Food Connects Us”. National Nutrition Month officially kicks off in March.

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Nutrition Month Handout

Healthy eating strengthens connections by sharing meals, cooking together, and supporting each other’s nutrition goals, fostering both physical health and emotional bonds. Here is a handout for March as Nutrition Month 2025 with the theme Food Connects Us. March Nutrition Month is a registered trademark of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Step Your Way to Lower Mortality

We’ve all heard the advice to walk at least 10,000 steps each day. It’s been promoted for several years for its health benefits, but there’s been little data to support the suggestion that it reduces the risk of disease. A 2022 meta-analysis of studies published in the Lancet sheds some light on daily steps and all-cause mortality.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Handout: Bird Flu and Egg Cost

Here is a sign from a country store selling 30 eggs for $12.99 but some stores are completely out of eggs or they are restricting the number or purchases - what is going on with the avian flu and the egg shortage or increased cost of eggs?

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Veggie-Boost: Fun & Easy Ways to Get More Veggies on Your Plate!

Vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, offering a wealth of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants, that support overall well-being. Eating a variety of vegetables provides vital nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and folate, which are crucial for immune function, heart health, and cell repair. Fiber in vegetables aids digestion, promotes a healthy gut, and helps regulate blood sugar levels, which is beneficial for maintaining energy and preventing chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease. Additionally, antioxidants in vegetables help combat oxidative stress, reducing inflammation and lowering the risk of conditions like cancer. Incorporating more vegetables into daily meals can improve energy levels, enhance skin health, and support long-term wellness. Here is how to eat more.

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Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII Judy Doherty, MPS, PCII

Roundup: Food News You Can Use

Getting food news and keeping up with upcoming tariffs, bird flu, and rising costs will be essential for educators. Here is an overview of what we see right now.

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Toddlers get almost half their calories from ultra-processed foods

Kids in the US aren’t the only ones eating too many ultra-processed foods (UPFs). A new study led by the University College London finds that toddlers eat 47% of their total calories from UPFs with a rise to 59% by the time they’re seven years old. Sweet cereals, puddings, and white bread were among the most common.

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Judy Doherty Judy Doherty

Cheese Comparison Chart

Here’s a sample comparison chart for popular types of cheese, focusing on calories, saturated fat, and sodium per 1-ounce (28g) serving:

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Artificial Light and Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

It’s not just artificial food that could impact your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. A recent study published in Frontiers of Neuroscience found an increased risk of this incurable mental illness associated with living in areas full of artificial outdoor light at night.

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Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Vigorous Exercise May Reduce Appetite

Need more reasons to push yourself a bit at the gym? A recent study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society found that intense workouts are better than moderate workouts for reducing hunger levels in healthy adults, especially in women.

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