Need a snack? Try almonds
February 16, 2021
By Holly Schmitz, registered dietitian and CHCS Nutrition Services manager
February 16 is National Almond Day. Almonds are a good snack choice as part of a healthy diet.
Almonds are rich in vitamin E, monounsaturated fats, fiber, biotin, calcium, phosphorous, and magnesium. They are both calorie-dense and nutrient-dense. Almonds have been suggested to reduce heart disease risk by lowering total and LDL cholesterol, and by exerting anti-inflammatory...
Celebrate National Popcorn Day with a healthful snack
January 19, 2021
By Holly Schmitz, registered dietitian and CHCS Nutrition Services manager
January 19 is National Popcorn Day. Did you know there are many health benefits to eating popcorn?
It's high in fiber and contains polyphenols, a type of antioxidant. It also contains about 8% of the daily value of iron. The fiber in popcorn makes it more satisfying. The antioxidants contain anti-inflammatory properties and can protect against cancer and cardiovascular...
Fighting the "COVID 15" with fitness and nutrition
July 6, 2020
Categories: Community health news
Students headed to college are often warned to avoid the dreaded “freshman 15.” The big lifestyle disruptions that occur when moving away from home can result in less exercise and poor eating habits, then weight gain. But people around the country have experienced major lifestyle disruptions in the past few months because of COVID-19, and it’s left many wondering how to reverse the “COVID 15.”
According to experts at Community HealthCare System, now is a...
