Health Blog

Good nutrition is key to good health. This means making sure you regularly eat foods that contain lots of vitamins and minerals, as well as foods that do not have a high fat content. You should drink milk every day to give your bones the calcium that strengthens. For most people, foods high in fiber are a good option and almost everyone should eat more fruits and vegetables every day.

Do I need to change what I eat?
If you answer yes to any of the following questions, you may need to talk about nutrition with your doctor.

* Your doctor has spoken to you about any medical problems or risk factors such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol?
* Your doctor told her that this condition could be improved by better nutrition?
* Are there family members who have cancer, heart disease or osteoporosis?
* Are you overweight or weight has increased over the years?
* Do you have questions about what kind of foods you should eat or whether you should take vitamins?
* Do you think you would benefit from consultation with a nutritionist? A nutritionist is a registered dietitian who specializes in advising on nutrition.

And it will not be difficult to change my eating habits?
Probably, but even small changes can improve your health considerably. The key is to continue to eat meals for you and keep in touch with your doctor and dietitian to let them know how you’re doing to you. Here are a few suggestions to help you improve your eating habits: (more…)