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3 weeks ago | 
health.com | Lindsey Desoto |Suzanne Fisher
Olga Buntovskih / Getty Images Carbohydrates, or carbs, are a type of macronutrient, a nutrient the body needs in large quantities. Your body converts carbs into energy to fuel your brain and body. Cutting back on carbs can aid in weight loss. You don't have to eliminate them completely. Guidelines for Carb Intake Carbs are the preferred source of energy for your body and brain. Carbs should make up 45-65% of total calories. Around 10-35% should come from protein and 20-35% from fat.
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1 month ago | 
familyfiction.com | Suzanne Fisher
Suzanne Woods Fisher loves stories worth telling about people worth remembering. With over a million copies of her book sold worldwide, this bestselling, award-winning author of more than 30 books is always on the lookout for the unsung hero with an untold story. Her latest book is Capture the Moment, and she takes us behind the scenes into the national park visits that inspired her to write her new series, National Parks Summers.
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2 months ago | 
health.com | Jillian Kubala |Hannah Harper |Suzanne Fisher
Olga Rolenko / Getty Images A full liquid diet includes only liquids and foods that turn into liquid at room temperature. A healthcare professional may prescribe this diet before or after certain medical tests and surgeries. It can also benefit people who have trouble chewing or swallowing food. How the Full Liquid Diet Works The full liquid diet is designed to provide your body with nutrition while minimizing stress on the digestive system.
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2 months ago | 
health.com | Chelsea Rae Bourgeois |Suzanne Fisher
fcafotodigital / Getty Images Popular nutrition advice doesn't always consider your individual nutritional needs or health goals. Some diets tell you to avoid certain foods or food groups without considering how those foods might play an important role in your health. False nutrition myths can prevent you from making food choices that work for you, leaving you frustrated and defeated. 1.
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2 months ago | 
verywellhealth.com | Lindsey DeSoto |Lindsey Desoto |Suzanne Fisher
Eating healthy does not necessarily mean giving up the foods you love. It's about balance and eating various fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, and dairy products to give your body the energy and nutrients it needs to thrive. Data show that cost and lack of time are two main reasons people have trouble eating healthfully. However, with a little effort, healthy eating can be affordable and manageable.
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2 months ago | 
verywellhealth.com | Jennifer Lefton |Suzanne Fisher
Flour, a key ingredient in grain products, is made from wheat in a process called milling. During the milling process, some nutrients are lost. These include thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folic acid, and iron. To compensate for these nutrient losses, vitamins are added back in amounts similar to what is lost. The flour is then referred to as "enriched" flour. About 95% of flour in the United States is enriched.
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2 months ago | 
verywellhealth.com | Amy Brownstein |Suzanne Fisher
Fish oil is one of the most commonly used supplements. It is a potent source of omega-3 fatty acids, nutrients associated with many anti-inflammatory, health-promoting benefits. Specifically, fish oil contains docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), two omega-3 fatty acids with health benefits, including supporting a healthy heart and brain. However, like all supplements and medications, fish oil supplements can produce side effects.
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2 months ago | 
verywellhealth.com | Cristina Mutchler |Suzanne Fisher
Phosphorus, a mineral found naturally in the body, is essential for bone and tooth health, energy production, muscle and nerve function, and more. It's also found in various foods, such as fish, dairy, eggs, meats, nuts, legumes, and certain vegetables. People with hypophosphatemia, a rare deficiency characterized by low phosphate levels in the body, may want to opt for more phosphorous-rich diet options.
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Feb 11, 2025 | 
verywellhealth.com | Suzanne Fisher
Suzanne Fisher is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Nutritionist with nearly 35 years of experience in evidence-based nutrition and exercise physiology. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition and a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition, combining her expertise in both fields to support individuals in achieving their health and performance goals. Many people with metastatic breast cancer experience challenges and uncertainties regarding nutrition.
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Feb 7, 2025 | 
thebanner.org | Suzanne Fisher
In the small town of Stoney Ridge, Penn., Dr. Ruth Stoltzfus—known as Dok to her community—views her patients’ illnesses and injuries through the lens of their whole being: body, emotions, and soul. Committed to seeing her Amish and non-Amish patients at her office, she also continues to make house calls, convinced that she can learn more about her patients when she consults with them in their homes than when they come to her office.
