UTHealth - HealthLeader: Laptop Medicine

UTHealth - HealthLeader: Laptop Medicine
A very relevant topic that applies to most of us today.  The article provided great resources where we can most likely find trusted medical information. 

March is the National Nutrition Month

Happy Thursday! This year has gone by so fast.  We cannot believe it is almost March!  This means that we get to celebrate the National Nutrition Month.  Here are more information about the National Nutrition Month (About National Nutrition Month (NNM) - An Annual Campaign from the Academy).  However, the following are quick tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Previously the American Dietetic Association) to start maintaining a healthier lifestyle:

1. Eat breakfast!
2. Make 1/2 of your plate fill with fruits and vegetables.
3. Watch the portion size.
4. Be active.
5. Fix/bring healthy snacks.
6. Read the food labels.

Lastly, if you have any questions, please feel free to consult a registered dietitian.  

Navigating Successfully Through the Fast Food Menu

Happy Monday!  Here is a quick blurb on how you can snack healthier on the run.  

It is hard to stay away from the attractiveness and convenience of fast food pick up after work.  The American Heart Association has some great tips.  You can read in more details by following the link:  http://www.goredforwomen.org/live-healthy/heart-healhty-snacks-and-eating-on-thego/navigate-fast-food-menus/.

In summary,
Tip 1:  Avoid portion distortion
Tip 2:  Be sauce savvy
Tip 3:  Say no to "fried" choices
Tip 4:  Sip smart 
Tip 5:  Go in prepared (Set a deal breaker for yourself)