Food

What are phytonutrients and why do you need them?

Nov 14, 2018 | Food, Supplements

Phytonutrients are essential nutrients for health Phytonutrients help keep your free radicals in check which is important. Free radicals exist in your body and depending on how much you have, can be both good and bad. Two ways to keep your free radicals...

Can omega-3 supplements improve your health?

Nov 8, 2018 | Food, Supplements

Discuss omega-3 supplements with your doctor. Vitamins and supplements are generally not a quick fix for health issues or a sure fire way to make you healthier. Eating a well balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, lean proteins [including fish] and...

Does eliminating dairy from your diet improve your health?

Jun 20, 2018 | Food, Prevention

Consider your reasons and the alternative sources calcium. Dairy always seems to make the list of things to limit or eliminate in fad diets. It’s hard to know what to do because the science isn’t clear. What is clear is that many Americans are not getting...

Can trendy diets help you lose weight and improve your health?

May 6, 2018 | Food

Radical changes to your diet rarely improve health. Trendy diets are a tempting way to drop unwanted pounds especially when bathing suit season is looming. Before you try a new diet, do your research. Fad diets rarely deliver what they promise and can actually do more...

Insights from team physician for US Figure Skating.

Mar 19, 2018 | Contributors, Food, Stories

Insights about how to prevent overuse injuries from an Olympic team physician. Whether you are a figure skating fan or athlete struggling with overuse injuries, Peter Gerbino MD has some insights and insights to help maximize your playtime. Q: Why were you selected to...

Five breakfasts with the right balance of carbs, protein and fat.

Jan 21, 2018 | Food

Five breakfasts for maintaining a healthy weight. Five breakfasts with the right balance of carbs, protein and fat that will help you maintain a healthy weight. Breakfast shouldn’t be difficult but it is more difficult than most people realize. Many breakfast...