This season of office parties and extravagant meals is filled with tempting treats that can make it difficult to reach your health goals. But preserving a well-balanced diet doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste or fun, according to nutrition experts at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
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More physician training proposed in nutrition, food counseling
Poor diets have been linked to seven of the 10 leading causes of death in the United States, from heart disease to diabetes and certain types of cancer. Yet many physicians are not equipped to counsel patients about healthy food choices, and most medical students and trainees do not receive adequate training in this discipline.
Tips and recipes for a healthy holiday season from a doctor and a dietitian
Holiday celebrations are synonymous with families gathered around the dining table, laden with rich and festive dishes. The overabundance of tasty treats is a large part of most traditions, but it can feel overwhelming when you’re also trying to prioritize your health.
Tips to help families navigate food allergy policies at school
Every year, Pediatric Allergy and Immunology specialists at UT Southwestern and Children’s Health Dallas field questions from parents who are worried about whether their older kids will be exposed to allergens or whether younger students will make good choices about swapping foods and snacks at school. It takes a community to protect kids with food allergies.
Oatzempic – what TikTok isn’t telling you
“Oatzempic” has become a popular hack for social media users looking to lose weight. Culinary medicine expert Dr. Jaclyn Albin says this concept isn’t new to the food medicine community and that the “quick fix” weight loss claims can be…
Medical students battle for culinary accolades in first Taste the World Tourney
PCOM South Georgia students used their cooking skills to share about their culture and win prizes.