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Weight Loss Tip ~ Focus on Fruits & Vegetables ~ Nutrition & Health Tip

SavantMD — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:07:30 PDT

Check out the our series of weight loss tips!!

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Welcome to SavantMD, I’m Kati Konersman, registered dieticien and certified diabetes educator. It’s 2011, probably with a few pounds extra from those wonderful holiday festivities. I’ve been flipping through magazines and there’s so many tips, such good advice and here at SavantMD we have our own tips and suggestions. These are not tips for losing weight. These are tips for leading a healthy lifestyle.
Let’s start, tip number one, if you are really serious about losing weight think calories in and calories out. So fill up first with those foods that have less calories. At your lunch and dinner, always remember to add two servings of fruits and vegetables just think about this, 4 large apples have 60 to 70 calories a piece. So that adds up approximately 280 calories. A triangle of apple pie has 420 calories. You’re not even full and you want a second piece. Be savvy about your calories. Add fruits and vegetables so that you add volume to your meals and that way the denser foods, such as your fats, protien and carbohydrates only take up a small amount of your plate

So that’s tip number one put it practice and you’ll see wonderful results, thanks for visiting SavantMD.

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Causes Of Bad Breath ~ Wellness & Health Tip (1)

SavantMD — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:11:35 PDT

Learn what causes bad breath.

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In a previous tip we talked about bad breath and foods that can help prevent it. In this tip we’ll talk about what can cause it. I’m sure you can probably already guess that garlic, onions, curry and fish can cause it but so can beer, wine, coffee and sodas. These are all acidic foods that carry substances that get carried in your bloodstream and will get released in your breath. Chocolate and sweets will also do this. It’s also important to remember that about 1 in 10 cases of bad breath will be caused by more serious medical conditions like sinus and respiratory problems, reflux, diabetes, or liver and kidney disease. So if changing your diet doesn’t fix your breath then make sure to check in with your doctor.

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8 Ways to Avoid Mall Germs ~ Wellness & Health Tip

SavantMD — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 01:59:31 PDT

Learn how to avoid germs at the mall.

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Anywhere people gather there are sure to be germs and now that the Holidays are upon us many of us will find ourselves at the mall, a perfect place to pass on more than just Holiday cheer. Here are the 8 most likely places to pick up germs at the mall: 1. Restroom sinks. They’re moist and a great place for bacteria to grow, even more so than the toilet. 2. Food court tables. Wipe them down first with an antibacterial wipe. 3. Escalator handrails. How many people actually rubbed their noses before touching that handrail. It just takes one to pass on germs. 4. ATM keypads. Use a hand sanitizer after taking out money. 5. Toy stores. Lots of small kids touching all the toys. I’ve got small kids. I know. 6. Fitting rooms. Lots of people trying on the same clothes. Wear full coverage underwear when trying on clothes and wash new clothes before you wear them. 7. Gadget stores where everyone is trying out the latest piece of technology. And 8. Make-up samples. Bottom line, don’t try them. In the end wash your hands, use antibacterial wipes and hand sanitizers and, as I always say, don’t touch your face.
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Almonds are a Heart Healthy Treat~ Nutrition & Wellness Tip

SavantMD — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 01:50:35 PDT

National Almond Day was last week Learn why almonds are heart-healthy.

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Symptoms and Treatment of ADHD ~ Wellness & Health Tip

SavantMD — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 01:45:08 PDT

>More and more we are seeing adults who are being treated for ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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More and more we are seeing adults who are being treated for ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. This disorder is characterized by a lack of focus such that a person can never finish any project or concentrate long enough to complete a task. Depression and insomnia are also commonly seen in people with ADHD also. The treatment is to use medications that are stimulants like Ritalin, Adderall or Conerta. As stimulants these medications can raise a person’s blood pressure and heart rate but can they also increase someone’s risk for heart attacks and strokes? A recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests not; that there is no increased risk. This is good news. All the same, for my patients on medication for ADHD I like to check their blood pressures routinely to stay on top of their heart health.

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Get Some Omega 3 Fatty Acids From Mackerel ~ Nurition & Wellness Tip

SavantMD — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 01:54:05 PDT

Holy Mackerel, try some!!

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You may have heard me say that you can lower your cholesterol by eating certain foods like almonds, walnuts, and fatty fish since they have the healthy omega 3 fatty acids that are also anti-cancer antioxidants. Well one of those fatty fish also turns out to be a sustainable one and that’s the mackerel. It can be cooked and eaten in a variety of ways from smoked, grilled to pickled and it’s packed with the aforementioned omega 3′s as well as vitamin D and protein. So have some more fish and make that fish the mackerel. You’ll be doing some good for you and the planet.
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Tips to Recognize Gluten Sensitivity ~ Wellness & Nutrition

SavantMD — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 01:19:13 PDT

Gluten sensitivity is on the rise.

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More and more I’m seeing people in my office who are showing a sensitivity to gluten. They come in with symptoms of fatigue, abdominal cramps or upset stomach, sometimes muscle aches, gas and off and on diarrhea. All the usual blood tests are normal and even a test specific for celiac disease is normal. So then we try elimination diets like avoiding dairy products and then avoiding wheat and when the wheat is cut out they start to feel better. I have no other answer other than to say that it’s most likely that we eat too much gluten in the form of processed white flour and some people are much more sensitive to it. Our digestive systems have evolved to break down foods in their more natural state and stripping grains of their fiber sends a huge glucose load into our blood streams rapidly. We also eat a lot more wheat than we really need and wheat is high in gluten. The main sources of gluten come from wheat, barley, and rye. So, like I always say about diet, it’s good to eat a wide variety of foods and that includes grains. Try eating more oats or even legumes like lentils and beans.

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Vitamin D & Sunscreen ~ Wellness & Health Tip

SavantMD — Thu, 30 May 2013 01:03:09 PDT

Don’t Forget the suncreen & get vitamin D in other ways.

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So you know that Vitamin D is important and you know you’re not getting enough sunshine and when you’re out in the sun you worry about the aging effects of too much sun exposure, like wrinkles and brown spots, not to mention the risk of developing melanoma, so you wear sunscreen. It’s likely that sunscreen, even at 15 spf, will block enough UV radiation to prevent some absorption from the sun if applied properly. Given that you can get vitamin D from other sources like fatty fish, fortified dairy products and supplements, most dermatologists would say you’re better off using the sunscreen and avoiding melanoma. For more health…

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Symptoms and Treatment of Psoriasis ~ Wellness & Health Tip

SavantMD — Wed, 29 May 2013 01:17:30 PDT

Psoriasis is a non-contagious autoimmune disease.

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Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that can cause very itchy, painful rashes that may come and go with treatment and can also cause other problems later in life like arthritis and heart disease. Another important side effect of psoriasis to consider is blow it can cause to a person’s self confidence which can lead to depression. It’s sometimes referred to as the “heartbreak of psoriasis.” A variety of treatments can be effective, such as steroid creams and Ultraviolet light. A little sunshine can actually can sometimes clear the rash. But it’s always good to check in regularly with your dermatologist. The typical rash of psoriasis is a whitish, silvery, scaling plaque with a red base that can be found anywhere on the body. Another important point to remember is that psoriasis is not contagious.

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Choose Water Instead of Sugary Drinks~ Nutrition & Health Tip

SavantMD — Tue, 28 May 2013 01:52:29 PDT

If you’re trying to lose weight switch to water.

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Most people will agree that drinking water instead of a sugary drink will help you lose weight but there’s never been a study to prove it until one published recently in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Over 300 overweight adults who drank sugary drinks regularly were divided into three groups: one that was given only water, another a diet version of their soft drink, and a third that was given counselling on diet and nutrition. All the groups lost weight but those who switched to water lost the most weight and also saw a drop in their blood pressure. As I always say, stay away from processed and packaged foods, which includes sugary soft drinks, to improve your overall health. If you’re trying to lose weight then its a no brainer.

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