Why is the incidence of side effects from statins so low in clinical trials while appearing to be so high in the real world? “There is now overwhelming evidence to support reducing LDL-C (low-density lipoprotein cholesterol)”—so-called bad cholesterol—to reduce atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD),” the number one killer of men and women. So, why is adherence…
It’s estimated that 9% of Americans* will develop an eating disorder in their lifetime, but a fraction of those will receive a diagnosis, and even fewer will receive effective treatment. Why is it so hard to diagnose an eating disorder? Eating disorder stereotypes are one obstacle. *This is an estimate, and is likely higher, again,…
“I want to know I’m doing absolutely everything I can to preserve my health for as long as possible.” We hear this kind of thing a lot. People tell us they not only want to stay in good shape as they age, they also want to outlive their peers and age expectancies. Imagine you could…
Switching to a plant-based diet has been shown to achieve far better outcomes than those reported on conventional treatments for both active and quiescent stages of Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis. Important to our understanding and the prevention of the global increase of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), we know that “dietary fiber reduces risk,…
This Minty Spring Pea Dip is a fun variation on classic hummus you have to try if you love traditional hummus. If you’re looking for a quick, simple, delicious, and light dip to make on the weekends, this is a great one to add to your spring rotation. Peas, like many fruits and vegetables, are…
*You can mix this dressing by hand, but you won’t get the same thick, creamy consistency. It’s much better mixed in a blender! **Dressings made with olive oil will harden in the refrigerator. It will liquify again if you simply set out your dressing to come to room temperature before a meal or place the…
Is Mindful Eating All You Need? Let’s Break It Down By: Megan Barefoot When you hear the term mindful eating, what comes to mind? A serene individual savoring a perfectly balanced meal? Or perhaps the idea that if you “just eat mindfully,” all your health problems will magically disappear? At No Shoes Nutrition we love…
Grilled Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa are loaded with grilled pork with a delicious smoky dry rub, fresh mango pico de gallo and served in toasted corn tortillas! Summer is finally here and that means lots of meals made on the grill! These Grilled Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa are sure to be a summer…
Asparagus is at its peak in the spring and this salad is one of my favorite ways to use it. This asparagus salad is made with raw asparagus. I’ve been making a version of this asparagus salad for many years inspired by a recipe from the Zuni Cafe cookbook (a personal favorite). It’s a favorite…
Plant-based diets can be 98 percent effective in keeping ulcerative colitis patients in remission, far exceeding the efficacy of other treatments. “One of the most common questions physicians treating patients with IBD [inflammatory bowel disease] are asked is whether changing diet could positively affect the course of their disease.” Traditionally, we had to respond that…