Mythbusters with Our GMM Dietitians
In a world plagued by diet culture, health fraud, and food trends, determining how to best achieve good nutrition can appear daunting. Romaine calm, your registered dietitian nutritionists have come to the rescue with the facts. You know what they say…evidence-based research is like kryptonite to false advertisement. Hear from our dietitians to debunk some of the most common nutrition and food misconceptions.
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Sweet Tea, Succotash, and Soulful Hospitality: An Ode to Black American Cuisine
Black American cuisine stems from eating patterns of the rural South. With the Great Migration, this cuisine spanned throughout the rest of the United States getting more and more seasoned with each region. You know what they say: “All Southern food isn’t soul food, but all soul food is Southern food”. It isn’t the buttermilk biscuits or smoky collards that characterize soul food, but the traditions of a people that overcame adversity.
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Ditching Diet Culture
It’s the beginning of a new year and if you’re anything like me or the majority of people, you’re probably in the “New Year, New Me” mindset. Today, I’m here to tell you to ditch the diet culture that makes you feel like you need to change yourself to fit a standard or be like anyone else.
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Winter Holiday Food Traditions Make the World Go Round
When I say “holiday dinner” what images come to mind? Perhaps family, friends, and food? Lots and lots of food! But what does that food look like? You may reminisce on warm memories of an American Christmas dinner laden with roasted turkey and cornbread dressing, buttermilk mashed potatoes, brown gravy, cranberry sauce, and a vegetable medley. But there are many other cultures around the world that have their own unique traditions when it comes to what they eat during this special time of year.
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Holiday Baking with Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month. Diabetes is a chronic disease characterized by uncontrolled blood sugar. In Georgia, about 1 million (12.4% of the population) have diabetes with 230,000 undiagnosed. With the holidays approaching, maintaining healthy behaviors can seem impossible. No need to fear, your favorite nutrition experts are here! We are here to support you whether you have been diagnosed with diabetes or are just concerned with managing your blood sugar levels.
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Bone Apple Teeth: Serving Up Great Nutrition to Support Skeletal Health
Bone-jour madame/monsieur, welcome to Good Measure Bistro! The special of the day includes 4 courses of delicious and nutritious tips for maintaining healthy teeth and bones. Take a seat and remember to consume the information mindfully while savoring each nourishing bite.
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