Preventing Falls with Nutrition

Preventing Falls with Nutrition

Nutrition plays an important role in falls prevention. Poor nutrition impacts your overall health and can cause frailty, which increases your risk of falling. Those who have fallen are more often malnourished than people who haven’t fallen, one study finding...
July is Blueberry Month!

July is Blueberry Month!

Blueberries are in season! These little gems are beautifully colored thanks to an antioxidant called anthocyanins, and are packed with many nutrients. They are versatile and easy to pick up from the grocery store or from the local Farmer’s Market. Fun Facts: •...
Nutrition Before & After Surgery

Nutrition Before & After Surgery

Knowing what foods to include in your diet before and after surgery could help aid in the healing process. It requires a lot of energy from the body to heal, so by incorporating the most nutritious foods into your diet, your body may recover quicker! Before Surgery...
Staying Hydrated

Staying Hydrated

Did you know that as we age, the risk of dehydration increases? Here’s what you need to know about staying hydrated: Good hydration is good for you! • Helps prevent heart and kidney disease • Is essential for concentration, memory, and mood • Improves digestion...
Test Your Salt Knowledge

Test Your Salt Knowledge

Many people know that we consume too much salt in our diets but aren’t aware of other salt nutrition facts. See how much you know about salt! 1. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2020-2025), recommends for most people 14 years and older, sodium intake should...
Resource Corner: FoodShare

Resource Corner: FoodShare

FoodShare is a great resource in the community that helps people who are low-income. This program helps many people through difficult times by providing funds to pay for groceries. Many people do not know about the program or how to apply, and the process is simple....