Very Low Calorie Diets: An Evidence-Based Approach
by Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. | Apr 25, 2023 | Blogs, Nutrition, Health, Weight Management
The Look AHEAD (Action for Health in Diabetes) trial was groundbreaking for its findings related to weight loss and maintenance through intensive lifestyle intervention, including the use of a Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD). The Look AHEAD (Action for Health in Diabetes) trial was groundbreaking for its findings related to weight loss and...
The Nutritional Value of Meal Replacements
by Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. | Apr 11, 2023 | Blogs, Nutrition, Food, Health
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends meal replacements as “part of a comprehensive weight management program.” The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends meal replacements as “part of a comprehensive weight management program.” This is a good opportunity to review the nutritional benefits of a Very Low Calorie Diet (VLCD)...
Fad Diets: Weight Loss at What Cost?
by Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. | Apr 4, 2023 | Health, Blogs, Nutrition, Food, Weight Management
Fad diets are rarely sustained and can lead to adverse side effects. With the hope of drastic, body-changing weight loss, the masses turn to the latest popular diet with high hopes and expectations. Not surprisingly, they often are disappointed, discouraged and disillusioned. The outcomes from fad diets can range from ineffective, at a minimum, to...
High Protein Diets are Integral to Weight Loss Success
by Dawn M. Sweet, Ph.D. | Mar 28, 2023 | Blogs, Nutrition, Food, Health, Weight Management
Diets higher in protein improve energy, enhance weight loss, and decrease fat mass while simultaneously preserving lean muscle mass. The benefits of diets high in protein are well-established and documented. Diets higher in protein improve energy, enhance weight loss, and decrease fat mass while simultaneously preserving lean muscle mass. Protein...
How does Carbohydrate Restriction affect Blood Sugar Levels?
by tbroadbent@robard.com | Mar 21, 2023 | Nutrition, Newly Diagnosed, Health
Restricting carbohydrates can help patients with diabetes manage glycemic control. As a chronic and progressive disease that can lead to adverse health outcomes, patients with diabetes must monitor biological markers such as blood glucose levels as well food intake. Glycemic control, understood as a HbA1c < 7 percent, is considered the foundation for...
What is the Impact of a Western Diet?
by tbroadbent@robard.com | Mar 7, 2023 | Health, Nutrition, Food
Western diets are inextricably linked to obesity, which continues to rise and is expected to affect a staggering 50 percent of Americans by 2025. There’s nothing like mom’s Sunday dinner to fill a heart and belly. But whether it’s a favorite family recipes or pizza delivery when you don’t feel like cooking, chances are we will overindulge. Our western...
