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Five Ways Circadian Rhythms Regulate Life
Savannah Helm
In the realm of biology, there exists a fascinating, hidden world that governs the ebb and flow of our daily lives. This world is governed by circadian rhythms, often referred to as our body's internal clock. Russell Foster, a renowned neuroscientist, explores this captivating subject in his book "Life Time." In this blog, we'll delve into the five ways circadian rhythms regulate life, as revealed by Foster's insights, as well as how registered dietitians can use this information to benefit their clients.
The Power of Habit - Review
Savannah Helm
Charles Duhigg, in his book, The Power of Habit, explains the power of the habit loop: cue – routine – reward. He argues that when we are able to find, alter, and adopt this habit loop we can change even our well established habits! Dietitians can tap into this habit loop and begin to understand their client’s unique habits.
Inflammation – More Isn’t Always Better
Savannah Helm
Have we been thinking about inflammation in a too narrow interpretation? We expect a skin wound to heal from the inflammatory process. We appreciate how our body restores homeostasis. But what happens when inflammation lasts longer than it takes to heal a wound?
Fertility: The Impact of Bacteria and Food Choices
Savannah Helm
In 2021, there were over 3.6 million babies born in the United States.1 The mean age of a woman’s first birth in 2021 was 27 years. That is 6 years later than the mean age of a woman’s first birth in 1970.2 Clare Fleishman MS, RDN, author of Fertility: Why Microbes, Weight & Nutrition Matter, suggests that this delay can be attributed to the increased desire for women to pursue education and a career but, it may be also affected by concerns for the state of our current world: political unrest, pandemic, etc.3
The Critical Role of Follow-Up in Patient Care
Savannah Helm
Believe it or not, for many decades, dietitians following the traditional medical model have been relying on one-off nutrition appointments to transform people's eating habits. As we know, this approach rarely works unless the patient or client is highly motivated. As dietitians, it's our responsibility to ensure our patients receive the comprehensive care they need to make lasting changes.