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Malnourished and Losing Weight

Malnutrition in the setting of weight loss isn’t a made up thing—it’s real and it isn’t something you hear about enough. When you lose weight rapidly, a stress response occurs that can be the culprit.... read more

Jan 12, 2025 7:45am

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5 Non-Diet Nutrition Resolutions

It’s that time of year again, the time when I see clients, patients and friends all vying to change their dietary habits and asking my input on the latest trend, workout routine or pill. My answ.... read more

Dec 31, 2024 8:19pm

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Diabetes Standards of Care 2025

The diabetes standards of care for 2025 have arrived, and I am elated to witness updates in areas that can be nurtured with the guidance of a skilled registered dietitian and a Certified Diabete.... read more

Dec 26, 2024 10:06am

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Healthy Habits Over Body Weight

Healthy Habits Over Body Weight Thoughts from Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, Katherine Tom As a dietitian, I was thrilled to read the Journal of Ame.... read more

Dec 19, 2024 9:11pm

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10 Easy Ways To Simplify Meal Planning

10 Easy Ways to Simplify Your Meal Planning Are you tired of the daily struggle to decide what to cook for dinner? You're not alone. According to a survey by the American Heart Association,.... read more

Dec 14, 2024 12:07am

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Katherine's Favorite Immune Boosting Smoothie

Sep 01, 2024 5:54am

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Starting a new health habit? Tell yourself these 5 things

“I don’t need more discipline. I need more time.” It takes about 7-8 weeks to “learn a new taste. Sources like the National Kidney Foundation recommend giving yourself about 2 weeks to gradually adj.... read more

Jul 14, 2024 11:03am

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Mindfulness and Intentional Eating Practices

Many people wish to cultivate a more harmonious and fulfilling relationship with food, ultimately leading to a better quality of life. Exploring gratitude, mindfulness, flexibility, and intentiona.... read more

Jul 10, 2024 7:32am

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These are the three drinks you should replace this summer

Every year, North Texas weather climbs well above 100 degrees during the summer months. What a person chooses to drink during this time can make the difference between enduring the heat or being well .... read more

Jun 09, 2024 10:09am

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Caffeine: How much is "too much"?

Caffeine is one of the most widely used stimulants in the world. It is a naturally occurring substance in plants (not just coffee beans) and depending upon the source, some estimates indicate that Ame.... read more

Feb 26, 2024 6:56pm

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