Monthly Archives: May 2013

High Tech Robots “Helping” Future RD’s….But, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is Leaving Out Some Critical “Nuts and Bolts”

Posted on May 26, 2013 by Diane Kress

http://www.diabetescare.net/content_upclose_detail.asp?id=446963 SeAnne Safaii, PhD, RD, LD, is not only utilizing an innovative method to teach tomorrow’s dietitians and employing virtual reality technology to help young people work through their diabetes management, but as the 2013-2014 President of the Idaho Academy … Continue reading →

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Gastric Bypass for those with a BMI of 25 while referring to this permanent major surgery as a “Band-Aid Procedure?” Are you Kidding me?

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Diane Kress

This means if you are 5’5” and weigh 155#….a gastric bypass procedure may be for you??????? Diane Kress’ comments are in Italics and bolded in the actual article on a study that was enrolling at UTHealth regarding the use of … Continue reading →

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Low Vitamin D? Sunshine and Supplements are just “Band-Aids” for Low D. The real cause and solution lie deep inside the body….

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Diane Kress

Lots in the news these days about low Vitamin D. The reasons for this latest uptick in vitamin deficiency include: decreased intake of Vitamin D fortified milk, less exposure to sunshine due to an indoor lifestyle, the use of sunscreens … Continue reading →

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SUGAR WARS??? Not Quite……

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Diane Kress

Sugar Wars….Yes, we need to fight the war on obesity, but we must target the right enemy to win the battle! http://www.todaysdietitian.com/newarchives/100112p28.shtml http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/features/your-brain-on-sugar?ecd=wnl_dia_050213&ctr=wnl-dia-050213_ld-stry&mb= Two more half baked articles regarding the toxicity of “sugar”. Sugar is being singled out as a … Continue reading →

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Mindful Eating….Sounds Delightful….Unfortunately, relying on the Mind to signal what and when to eat is tricky business

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Diane Kress

Mindful eating. Mindful is a new “it” word. We are advised to slow down, breathe deeply, consider before acting, and consciously make decisions regarding what and when we eat. Sounds like a good idea in this crazy- paced world. Consider … Continue reading →

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