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Mr. James Jarrett, Certified Health Specialist
Nutritionist
- Victoria, TX
- Trinity School of Natural Heal
- Accepting new patients
Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome
Original content from the Mayo Clinic"Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of health conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes....
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Eating Habits
How much folate should I take during pregnancy?
Folic acid is a B vitamin (B9) that plays an integral role in DNA synthesis, red blood cell production, and fetal growth and development. Folic acid is the synthetic form of folate found in many supplements. It gets converted into the active form of folate — L-methylfolate — in the body. The nutrient is crucial during early pregnancy to reduce the risk of birth defects of the brain and spine.
In five randomized studies including 6,105 women, supplementing with folic acid daily was associated with a reduced risk of neural tube defects. No negative side effects were noted.
Although adequate folate can be obtained through diet, many women don’t eat enough folate-rich foods, making supplementation necessary.
Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all women of childbearing age consume at least 400 mcg of folate or folic acid per day. This is because many pregnancies are unplanned, and birth abnormalities due to a folate deficiency can occur very early in pregnancy, even before most women know they’re pregnant.
It may be wise for pregnant women, especially those with an MTHFR genetic mutation, to choose a supplement that contains L-methylfolate to ensure maximum uptake. Check with your doctor to see if a Folate Blood Test might be necessary. Your folate levels can be affected by different conditions or medicines, and your diet.
What is a good diet with high blood pressure?
Studies on the DASH have demonstrated that the DASH diet helps decrease blood pressure, lowers the risk for heart disease, stroke and cancer, and reduces the risk of kidney stone formation. The DASH Diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy products, whole grains, fish, poultry, beans, seeds, and nuts. It is low in salt and sodium, added sugars and sweets, fat and red meats.
The DASH diet is a recognized treatment for hypertension, heart disease, and kidney disease. The DASH diet can slow the progression of both heart disease and kidney disease.
Is cinnamon good for you?
Which would leave the stomach quicker, low fat, low protein meal or high fat, high protein meal?
Weight loss recommendation?
Can obesity be caused by genetics?
Is fish meat healthy?
Is intermittent fasting safe and healthy?
Do certain foods make my urine smell?
It’s worth noting that asparagus isn’t the only thing that can change the smell of your pee. Other foods and drinks have been known to cause smelly urine. For example, some people report that drinking too much coffee causes their urine to smell like coffee. Brussels sprouts, onions and garlic have also been linked to odd smelling pee in some people.
What natural supplements can I take to boost my immune system?
1. Vitamin C
2. Vitamin E
3. Vitamin A
4. Vitamin D
5. Folate/Folic Acid
6. Iron
7. Selenium
8. Zinc
Can consuming elderberries and zinc prevent the coronavirus?
How does a nutritionist help you lose weight?
During a nutrition therapy visit, a nutritionist will look closely at your eating habits and will help you set new nutrition goals. Your nutritionist will tell you how many calories to eat per day to lose weight steadily and safely. He or she can help you plan a healthy, nutritious diet.
When you were pregnant, you might have adjusted your eating habits to support your baby's growth and development. After pregnancy, proper nutrition is still important — especially if you're breast-feeding. Making wise choices can promote healthy weight loss after pregnancy. Eat more plant foods, including fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Choose lean proteins from a variety of sources, control portion sizes and limit sweets and salt.