By Nutrition Services One of the most challenging nutrition obstacles for average consumers is knowing what nutrition information is accurate and a myth. Many diet myths can be challenging to separate the true from the false, which is essential if your goal is to become healthier and more educated regarding nutrition. For example, everyone knows […]
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Safely Returning to Fitness: Maximize Your Exercise Benefits
Just being in a consistent exercise routine does not guarantee that you are getting the most out of your exercises. Here are a few suggestions to help you reap the maximum benefits from exercise. Aside from physical activity, the three most significant factors for a healthy body are hydration, nutrition, and sleep. Hydration Water, […]
Meal Planning: A Dietitian’s Guide
By Lori Dodds, BS, RDN, LD The Corvallis Clinic Are you tired of feeling unorganized and exhausted when it comes to meal time? Do you walk in the door after a long day being greeted by the family asking “What’s for dinner?… I’m starving!” Imagine how you would feel to already have a plan in […]
Forget about fad diets and resolutions: Target key behaviors and use SMART goals for better health
By Lori Dodds, BS, RDN, LD The Corvallis Clinic Now is the time when many people make New Year resolutions. Unfortunately, these frequently include another dreaded fad diet soon to be added to the scrapheap of all the others that have been tried and failed. Common sense tells you these tactics won’t work – certainly […]
No more diets or resolutions: Go on a healthy habit binge instead
Thinking of making a New Year’s resolution? Since most of them flat-out fail within the first six months, let’s change things up! Instead, focus your efforts on these practical and sensible 10 steps that will help lead you into a happier and healthier 2018. WATER: Drink 8-12 (8 oz.) glasses of water each day. Our […]
