Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
Guest post by Raquela Suchinsky, MS, RD, a registered dietitian at The Mount Sinai Hospital. At Mount Sinai, Raquela focuses on nutritional management for oncology and traumatic brain injury populations.
1. Eat a wide variety of fruits and veggies (not just citrus!)
- Contrary to popular belief, there is little scientific evidence to show that vitamin C (found in citrus fruit) helps ward off or prevent the common cold, however eating a wide range of fruits and vegetables is definitely beneficial. No specific nutrient or particular food fights off illness. Choosing from a large variety of fruits and vegetables with different colors provides a multitude of nutrients, which can work together to help bolster your immune system.
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Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Aspen Ideas 2016, Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
Guest post by Kelly Hogan, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian who has worked within the Mount Sinai Hospital for the past three years, now focusing on breast cancer nutrition for the Dubin Breast Center. Kelly provides individual counseling in the areas of wellness, weight management and symptom/side effect management, in addition to creating patient education and wellness programs.
Food and nutrition-related trends come and go, and while I’m happy to see some have quieted down a bit (bye, fat free everything) I’m even more elated that others seem to be sticking around for a while. Here are a few of my favorites of late and ones I think will be even bigger in 2016. (more…)
Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Aspen Ideas 2016, Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
Guest post by Kelly Hogan, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian who has worked within the Mount Sinai Hospital for the past three years, now focusing on breast cancer nutrition for the Dubin Breast Center. Kelly provides individual counseling in the areas of wellness, weight management and symptom/side effect management, in addition to creating patient education and wellness programs.
It’s that time of year, the month of December is often full of holiday parties, traditions and yes, cookies and cocktails. These indulgences can add up over time, and if you’re like the average American, you may have gained a pound or two by the time January 1 rolls around.
When it comes to New Year’s goals, I often see patients come to me with thoughts on not having this food, avoiding that food, swearing off essential nutrients (e.g., carbs or fat) or drastically cutting calories as a means for weight loss or even just to “get healthy.” Not only are these strategies rarely necessary, but also too drastic to last much longer than those cheap rain boots during the first January snowstorm. (more…)
Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
Guest post by Kelly Hogan, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian who has worked within the Mount Sinai Hospital for the past three years, now focusing on breast cancer nutrition for the Dubin Breast Center. Kelly provides individual counseling in the areas of wellness, weight management and symptom/side effect management, in addition to creating patient education and wellness programs.
Tis the season for celebrations, and staying healthy during the holidays can often be tougher than finding the perfect gifts for loved ones. Dietitians are not immune to these challenges this time of year, but I always go into holiday parties with a game plan and encourage my patients to do the same. Follow these tips for navigating the buffet tables and cocktail parties like a (nutrition) pro. (more…)
Updated on Jun 30, 2022 | Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
Guest post by Kelly Krikhely, MS, RD, CDN, Clinical Dietitian at The Mount Sinai Hospital.
The holidays are fast approaching – and with them comes the season of delectable foods. Here are some tips for tackling holiday eating challenges:
Pre-gaming: Heading to a holiday party or dinner on an empty stomach can leave you reaching for seconds (or thirds) before you even realize you’re overeating. Snack on your favorite fruit before you go (my favorite is apples) – the fiber will leave you feeling satisfied so that you’re less likely to overeat once you get to your destination. (more…)
Oct 12, 2015 | Aspen Ideas 2016, Diabetes, Diet and Nutrition, Health Tips
By Shelley Wishnick RD, CDN, CDE, a registered dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, a NYS Certified Nutritionist, and Certified Diabetes Educator with the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators who provides counseling to those with Type 1, Type 2, pre-diabetes and gestational diabetes at the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center.
Many traditional breakfast foods are loaded mostly with carbohydrates. But you can start your morning right with an easy protein pancake recipe that I share with my diabetic patients.
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ cup dry oats
- ½ cup low fat cottage cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 egg
- 2 egg whites
- ½ tsp cinnamon
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1. Eat a wide variety of fruits and veggies (not just citrus!)
