Dietary supplements 101: What you need to know before taking vitamins & minerals
Dr. Crystal Cooper, clinical pharmacist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, explains what you should know about supplements.
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Can you be malnourished and not know it? 5 common causes of malnutrition
Erica Fleming, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says anyone can be malnourished if their diet doesn’t contain enough nutrients or doesn’t contain the right nutrients.
5 tips for healthy holiday eating + 10 holiday foods that are good for you
Sarah Provence, registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says there are many ingredients people can build holiday recipes around that have health benefits.
Tres consejos para conectar los alimentos tradicionales y la alimentación saludable
Cada cultura tiene sus tradiciones alimentarias. La capacidad de explorar otras gastronomías es una parte emocionante de la vida, especialmente en los EE. UU., donde se unen tantas culturas. Sin embargo, es posible que surjan complicaciones en lo que respecta a la nutrición.
3 tips for connecting traditional foods & healthy eating
Reena Panjwani, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, provides tips for keeping cultural foods healthy.
7 foods and drinks that are good for your teeth and breath
According to dental experts, some foods not only help build healthy teeth, they also help your mouth clear bacteria and acid while you’re eating them.
Fat facts: Decoding the difference between mono, poly, trans & saturated fats
Sarah Provence, a registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says we don’t want a diet that’s too low in fat. It’s about balance.
Pregnancy superfoods: 7 of the best foods and drinks for pregnant women
Melissa Perry, a registered dietitian-nutritionist for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, outlines specific foods and drinks pregnant females can reach for to stay as healthy as possible.
Guide to nutrient absorption: What you eat vs. what your body absorbs
Reena Panjwani, a registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says nutrient levels in food and the amount you actually absorb can be quite different.
The best fruits and veggies to eat in August in Tennessee
Leslie Cornett, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says buying local produce supports state businesses and helps the environment.