Category: LSCC Blog

Teens to 20s: Bone Building In your 20s, you're still building up bone density, so this is the decade to continue to help your bones grow strong and healthy. The more density you start off with, the better, as your bones will lose density over the years. During these years,…

Did you know that chopsticks were originally created as a cooking utensil but are now highly regarded as a popular dining utensil? The advancement in cooking methods required utensils to prevent injuries and burns. Roughly one-fifth of the world’s population uses chopsticks on a regular basis and often preferred over…

With so much conflicting nutrition information out there, it may be difficult to know which supplement to choose. I'm here to offer one rule of thumb to follow. If the supplement seems too good to be true, then it probably is. Many supplements are not reviewed by the FDA prior…

Did you know that about 1 in 4 adults suffer from a diagnosable mental health disorder in a given year? This includes eating disorders which affect at least 9% of the population worldwide. Common eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and eating disorder not otherwise specified.…

Hello August! This month is the perfect time get kids back on track with their healthy routines as they head back to school. In honor of the occasion, we are recognizing Kids Eat Right Month, which emphasizes the importance of healthy eating, physical activity, and sleep. As a reminder, children…

It’s no secret that this Texas summer heat will leave you thirsty and hungry. Here are four examples of seasonal produce, high in water content and vitamins to boost your energy and keep you hydrated. Berries Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries all provide vitamin C and antioxidants that can support…

It’s almost summer and the kids are out of school! Make sure the snacks they choose are naturally colorful, meaning that they contain more fruits and vegetables. This watermelon pizza recipe is a refreshing summer treat and a fun activity to get the kids more involved in the kitchen. Research…

This week we kicked off another round of diabetes nutrition classes at the Lone Star Circle of Care clinic in Taylor, TX. These classes are taught by me and will be held every Tuesday from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. and will run for six weeks from May 23rd to…

Each May, Jewish American Heritage Month is celebrated in recognition of the more than 350 years of Jewish contributions to our nation. During this month, we are celebrating their food traditions. Many of us have heard the term, “kosher”, but what exactly does it mean? “Kosher” translates to “allowed”, “okay”,…