Category: Health and Wellness

Honoring Juneteenth in Healthcare

Looking Back and Looking Forward Juneteenth marks the anniversary of June 19th, 1865, when more than 250,000 enslaved people were freed in Texas, a confederate state. This commemoration is and has been a critical holiday for Black people in America. Why? Here’s a quick historical overview:   Join us today as we challenge you to… Continue reading Honoring Juneteenth in Healthcare

Heat Wave to Impact Much of U.S. This Week

A heat wave is a prolonged period of excessively hot weather, which may be accompanied by high humidity. Recently, a significant heat wave fueled by an intense heat dome has been gripping the Midwest and Northeast of the United States, bringing record-breaking temperatures. This extreme weather event has led to temperatures soaring into the 90s… Continue reading Heat Wave to Impact Much of U.S. This Week

Ice Cream and CKD: Safe Summer Treats for Kidney Patients

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Can You Eat Ice Cream When You Have CKD? Living with chronic kidney disease may require certain dietary restrictions. However, that doesn’t mean you have to deprive yourself of all your favorite treats! With mindful choices and moderation, it’s possible to enjoy ice cream while still supporting your kidney health.… Continue reading Ice Cream and CKD: Safe Summer Treats for Kidney Patients

Queer Bodies and Healthcare

Members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community have long experienced prejudice in healthcare. These experiences could be anything from microaggressions, like assumptions based on an individual’s appearance, to outright discrimination like denial of care. As a result of these biases, many queer and trans people do not disclose their identity to healthcare… Continue reading Queer Bodies and Healthcare

Well Woman Visits

A well woman visit is a critical part of maintaining physical health for women’s bodies. These examinations are separate from everyday wellness visits as they specifically target women and needed preventative care. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services highlights a well woman visit as including the following:  Goals of the Visit These visits… Continue reading Well Woman Visits

Unpredictable Moods, Energy Changes, and Other Bipolar Symptoms Explained

There are three main types of bipolar disorder: bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder. These disorders may include symptoms of mania or hypomania and depression. These symptoms can cause mood swings and abrupt changes in behavior, which may result in difficulty functioning in everyday life.   Understanding Bipolar Symptoms With bipolar disorder, symptoms of mania… Continue reading Unpredictable Moods, Energy Changes, and Other Bipolar Symptoms Explained

The Importance of Calcium-Rich Foods for Lupus Management

How Calcium Can Help Manage Lupus Symptoms Living with Lupus presents unique challenges, and maintaining bone health might not always be top of mind. However, ensuring an adequate intake of calcium-rich foods is crucial for those living with Lupus. Let’s talk about why calcium is vital for those with Lupus and explore some delicious and… Continue reading The Importance of Calcium-Rich Foods for Lupus Management

A Dietician’s Guide to Fiber and Cancer

How Does Fiber Impact Your Cancer? Managing cancer can come with many challenges. Both diarrhea and constipation can be symptoms of cancer management and can occur after cancer treatment or from medications. These uncomfortable bowel-related symptoms can make you feel so much worse, but the good news is that there are a few solutions. Adding… Continue reading A Dietician’s Guide to Fiber and Cancer