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Seasonal Eats Made Simple: Root Vegetables and Budget-Friendly Winter Recipes

Explore the versatility of root vegetables this December. Learn about their nutritional benefits, seasonal availability, and budget-friendly recipes to warm up your winter meals. As winter settles in, it’s time to embrace the bounty of seasonal produce, especially...
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Gratitude in Practice: Rethinking Thanksgiving Traditions with Compassion

Explore the complexities of Thanksgiving with a thoughtful reflection on gratitude, historical context, and inclusivity. Discover how to celebrate with mindfulness and compassion. Thanksgiving is often seen as a time to gather with loved ones, share a delicious meal,...
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Reducing Neurodegenerative Risk Through Nutrition and Lifestyle

Discover how factors like diet, physical activity, gut health, sleep, and stress influence neurodegenerative disease risk. Learn practical wellness tips to support brain health and reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other disorders. Have you ever walked...
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Never Thin Enough, Not Even for the Healthcare System

Never Thin Enough, Not Even for the Healthcare System

Delve into the pervasive societal expectation of thinness and its detrimental effects on mental health and the healthcare system. Guest post by Trisha Zhou In our appearance-obsessed society, we seem to forget that most images we see are an illusion; a thin person can...

Managing Stress Through Nutrition: How Food Influences Your Mood

Managing Stress Through Nutrition: How Food Influences Your Mood

Uncover the powerful connection between diet and mental health. Learn how to manage stress and improve your mood through mindful eating and nutritional choices. Guest post by Chelsea Mangold, MPH, RD2b It's the month of LOVE @ DWD! To celebrate, we are focusing on the...

The Significance of Folic Acid during Pregnancy

The Significance of Folic Acid during Pregnancy

Learn how folic acid is crucial for a healthy pregnancy, protecting against neural tube defects and supporting fetal development. Discover essential tips for ensuring adequate intake. Guest post by Lyla Joffe Overview Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate...

Build a Healthy Foundation with Meal Planning

Build a Healthy Foundation with Meal Planning

Learn how meal planning can enhance your nutrition, simplify your cooking, and help you achieve your health goals. Get practical tips for effective meal prep. Guest post by Alexa Guelig Start the new year by kick starting new kitchen habits. With our everyday bustling...

We Wish You a Happy New Year!

We Wish You a Happy New Year!

I'm hard pressed to find a photo like the one above that truly represents my feelings and emotions in 2020. I spent a lot of time pretending everything was OK, doing my best to take one day at a time, trying to adjust to the new normal. Like most of you, I experienced...