New Yorkers are a thirsty bunch of people. As popular as coffee-based drinks are, our drink of choice may have transitioned to a fruit and/or vegetable blend, often with added protein. The juicing craze has exploded over the past year. Millions of people are drinking concoctions that can provide vitamins and minerals along with few or a lot of calories. (more…)
Summer is the season when New Yorkers tend to eat more fruits. Certain fruits, vegetables and nuts can cause oral itching and other symptoms in people with various pollen allergies, particularly tree pollen. The symptoms, which may also include nasal, eye and even gastrointestinal symptoms, usually occur within minutes of eating the food. Rarely, the food exposure can result in anaphylaxis, a more generalized life-threatening reaction marked by low blood pressure, hives and wheezing. (more…)
Dehydration is often a concern of marathon runners and other athletes, especially during warm weather. Unfortunately, it can be a problem for the very young and the very old, as well. What many people may not know is that dehydration can be a problem for anyone. Clinical dehydration can occur in people who are vomiting or have diarrhea and do not know how to replace the salt and water that is exiting the body. (more…)
In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week, some common questions about breastfeeding nutrition are answered below. Breastfeeding provides many benefits for both mother and baby. Exclusive breastfeeding for at least the first six months of a child’s life helps reduce the development of many acute and chronic illnesses. (more…)
Guest post written by Simone Walters, MS, RD.
I can think of few things more refreshing on a hot summer’s day than one of my favorite fruits—watermelon. As its name suggests, watermelon is made mostly of water (92%, to be exact) and is a great source of hydration. In addition, it contains several antioxidant compounds that provide a number of health benefits. (more…)
For most of us, when we hear “vitamin D,” our mind conjures up the image of a glass of milk. This is fair, since fortified milk does contain vitamin D. But what if I told you milk might not be the best source of vitamin D, and in fact, there’s a whole lot more to know about this nutrient? (more…)