What can I stock in my fridge or my pantry that has 2 mg or more of iron per serving? What Is Iron and What Does It Do? Iron-deficiency anemia is a very common condition. Without an adequate iron intake, fatigue can occur (1). That is because iron is a very important mineral that is …
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What can I eat to get enough Iron while pregnant? Even as a registered dietitian, I found it difficult to always remember how much my own body was changing on the inside when it was pregnant. I was acutely aware of how my body looked on the outside and how I was growing into a …
Graves’ disease is an autoimmune condition. Even though we may not hear about this condition a lot, there are a few things you should know. What Exactly is Graves’ and Is It Curable: Graves’ is an autoimmune condition that affects the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland that is in the neck. The thyroid is a part …
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Autoimmune disorders are becoming more and more prevalent in today’s society. And lupus is among the most popular. If you, or someone you know, has this disease, here is some important information that will help you understand a lot of what life with lupus can bring. Knowing even the basics can help make lupus management …
What is kidney disease and why is it important? Kidney disease, when the kidneys lose functionality, affects almost 40 million Americans. As kidney disease progresses, the kidneys could stop working entirely, requiring dialysis and transplant. The main causes of kidney disease are type 2 diabetes and hypertension, but those with heart disease or a family …
Does it seem like everywhere you turn you hear the word “diabetes?” It’s mentioned frequently in doctors’ offices, on social media, and even in our day-to-day conversations. But, what exactly is diabetes? Can you catch it? What does someone with diabetes eat or avoid? If you’ve ever asked yourself any of these questions, keep reading. …