10 Nutrition Tips For A Healthier You
We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” It sounds trite, but there’s a lot of wisdom packed in those five words. Good health depends on good nutrition, but all too often, we skip the healthy choices in favor of “convenience” foods packed with sugars, fats, additives, and empty calories.
In fact, data show that while many Americans are eating too much, the calories they consume aren’t based on good nutrition, increasing the risks of many chronic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Americans are low on vital nutrients necessary for optimal health, including vitamins A, C, D, and E, calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and choline.
Fortunately, “fixing” nutritional deficiencies isn’t difficult; however, it does rely on an understanding of what nutrients are most important for your health and wellness, considering your age, your medical history, and other factors unique to you. Professional nutritional guidance helps ensure your diet reflects your own nutritional needs.
Located in Chesterfield, Missouri, and McKinney, Texas, Forever Slim Medical Weight Loss offers nutrition services via telehealth, which means you can receive the care and support you need no matter where you live. In this post, Joseph Moleski, DO, and Margaurette Walsh, PA-C, offer important tips to help you optimize your own nutrition for better health and wellness.