“Being open on weekends is the only reason I chose Avance Care for my first doctor’s visit in 17 years. I expected to sit in a crowded lobby, have somebody weigh me, take my blood pressure, and make me sit alone in an exam room for a half hour until the...
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Written by: Erin Burke, MS, RDN, LDN, CDE Prep Time: 10 minutes Makes: 1 cup pesto Ingredients 2 cups fresh basil, rinsed and pat dry1/3 cup walnuts2-4 garlic cloves, minced¼ cup olive oil¼ cup lemon juice½ cup parmesan cheeseSalt and pepper, to taste Directions Place...
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By Nakalya Leggett, MSW, LCSW Bullying Tips for Parents/Caregivers As the children prepare for their first day back to school with their supply list checked off, we wanted to assist parents with some tools as well. As parents, we do not always hit the mark of...
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By Bonnie Wilson, MS, RDN, LDN We commonly discuss the benefits of probiotics, which are healthy bacteria that live in our gastrointestinal (GI) tract and found in foods such as yogurt, kombucha, and kefir. We hear less often about their counterpart, prebiotics, which...
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Written by: Christina Dauer, MPH, RDN, LDN, CDE Prep Time: 40 minutes Cook Time: at least 30 minutes Makes: 16 servings Ingredients ½ cup whole strawberries (about 4 large)1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder3 tablespoons pure maple syrup½ cup freeze-dried strawberries (can...
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By Doris Nicolas-Mir, MPH, RDN, LDN, CDE It’s that time of year where many high school grads are preparing to head off to college. This can be an exciting and sometimes nerve-racking transition for both parents and kids. The focus is usually on what electronics need...
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By Doris Nicolas-Mir, MPH, RDN, LDN, CDE One of the most common questions I get as a dietitian is regarding the use of artificial sweeteners. It’s understandable that there is so much confusion and debate since there are some that are new on store shelves and we are...
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Written by: Kathryn Meiners, MSW, LCSW Does your child have difficulty sleeping? Do they have unexplained headaches or stomachaches? Does your child become uncharacteristically angry or irritable? Do they feel restless or worry often? If so, they may be...
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