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Kombucha Tea: Fermented Health

Kombucha Tea: Fermented Health
Written by: Tinna Huynh, Florida State University Dietetic Student Precepted by: Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN, Community Wellness Dietitian at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Reviewed & Edited by: Candi Boucher, MS, RDN, CSO and Caroline Winer, BS, Dietetic Intern at Florida State University  Not just an ordinary tea, kombucha is a beverage that is rich in probiotics…
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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Adolescence is a scary time, full of uncertainty, social pressure and need for independence. It’s also the time some girls discover they have pain or discomfort with tampon use. When this happens they often are too embarrassed to ask anyone for help and just think they must not be ready for them. They convince themselves…
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Food Insecurity in Our Community

Food Insecurity in Our Community
Written by: Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN. Community Wellness Dietitian at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Are there times you or a loved one doesn’t know where the next meal is coming from? Have you ever wondered if money for food will last until the end of the month? If you have asked these questions, it may…
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It’s In the Genes – Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) and Heart Disease

It’s In the Genes – Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) and Heart Disease
We are all cursed with unwanted genes and traits passed along from ancestors. But what if in that family history lurks a potentially preventable threat to your health? Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a life threatening genetic disorder of cholesterol metabolism, characterized by severe elevations in cholesterol levels and early heart disease. It is also one…
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Are you sticking to your New Year’s resolutions?

Are you sticking to your New Year’s resolutions?
Written by: Omar Guerrero, Dietetic Intern and Master’s Student at Florida State University Precepted by: Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN, Community Wellness Dietitian at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Eating better, exercising more, spending less, and reading more are among the popular few; but how many of us are actually able to stick with it for an…
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Peppermint Power

Peppermint Power
Written by: Omar Guerrero, Dietetic Intern and Masters Student at Florida State University Precepted by: Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN, Community Wellness Dietitian at TMH Now that pumpkin-spice season is behind us, ‘tis the season for peppermint! Peppermint bark and peppermint hot chocolate are all the rage, but did you know that there is more…
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Pumpkin Spice Latte – Friend or Foe?

Pumpkin Spice Latte – Friend or Foe?
Written by: Omar Guerrero, Dietetic Intern and Masters Student at Florida State University Precepted by: Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN, Community Wellness Dietitian at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare It is fall and Pumpkin Spice Latte season is among us! This popular drink has become a staple in many individuals’ lives. However, how many of us really…
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Healthy Ways to Tailgate

Healthy Ways to Tailgate
By Katherin Snyder, RD, LD/N, CDE In Tallahassee, football and tailgating go hand in hand. However, eating healthy at tailgate parties can be a challenge.  Here are a few tips to consider on your healthy eating journey - Have a snack or light meal before showing up to the party, to avoid being too hungry…
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Food Fun Can Mean Better Nutrition for Kids

Food Fun Can Mean Better Nutrition for Kids
Jennifer Steiner, PhD, Dietetic Intern- Florida State University & Afaf Qasem, MS, RDN, LDN- Community Wellness Dietitian, Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Serve it with Style and Swag We eat with our eyes as much as our mouth and a child is more likely to explore and try things that look fun to eat.  Some ways to add…
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The Truth Behind Protein

The Truth Behind Protein
The Truth Behind Protein Supplements Rebeca Person, RD, LDN, CNSC Protein Supplements: Pros and Cons Protein supplements have always been popular with athletes and body builders, but are they necessary for the average person?  There are many reasons to consider using a protein supplement, and with so many varieties, including many new plant based drinks and…
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