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Talking Health with Kids – Part Two: Weight & Health

Talking Health with Kids – Part Two: Weight & Health

We’re back for part two! If you haven’t read the first part of this series check it out here! Part one focused on the language we use with our children to discuss food, primarily focusing on what we can add in/highlight vs omit. Part two…

National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) Week

National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) Week

National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) Week is a national, annual campaign to raise awareness about eating disorders, challenge stigma, and provide hope and support to all those impacted. This year, NEDA Week takes place February 23–March 1 with the theme Every BODY Belongs. Eating disorders…

Breastfeeding Nutrition

Breastfeeding Nutrition

If you’re breastfeeding your new baby in the post-partum period, it’s common and understandable to wonder what you’re supposed to eat in between diaper changes, feedings, and nap times (whether it’s yours or baby’s nap). And while these months call for nourishment that supports recovery…

What is IBS?

What is IBS?

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits (diarrhea, constipation, or both), bloating, and gas. IBS differs from other GI conditions such as Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Celiac Disease in that there is no visible…

Inositol: Exploring Its Role in Women’s Health

Inositol: Exploring Its Role in Women’s Health

You may have heard of inositol—at the doctor’s office, on a supplement label, or in wellness circles online. But what is it, and why is it gaining traction, especially in women’s health spaces? Inositol is a naturally occurring sugar that’s been studied in many reproductive-related…

Embracing the Season this Summer

Embracing the Season this Summer

Happy Summer Everyone! Wow, it seems as though Rochester winter is never ending. Once the warmer weather hits, it helps bring us out of hibernation mode. Though there are several ways to prioritize produce and stay active year round, I really look forward to reaping…