Dishing Up Nutrition

Hair Thinning and Loss

Hair is very important to most people and thinning hair can be very stressful. If you are struggling with thinning hair, know that once you get the correct nutrients to support your body chemistry, you will set yourself up for hair growth. We dug into the research and looked at our clinical experience and we have many answers for you if you have thinning hair. Listen in with hosts Darlene Kvist, Katie Vigesaa and JoAnn Ridout.

Ask the Nutritionist _ June 7th, 2014

This week Darlene and Brenna answer your nutrition questions. 

The Downside of Gluten for the Brain

When you think about a person being gluten sensitive, digestive problems, Crohn’s Disease, GERD, Colitis, or IBS probably come to mind. But did you know that gluten can affect your brain? The good news is that you can reverse many of the symptoms of neurological, psychological and behavioral disorders by just going gluten free. Mood, depression, and focus can change all for the better. Listen in as Darlene Kvist and Cassie Weness teach you how to go gluten free for better brain health.

Oh, My Aching Feet (Plantar Fasciitis and Neuropathy)

Controlled blood sugar and correcting vitamin and mineral deficiencies are key to overcoming the pain of neuropathy and plantar fasciitis. In addition, avoiding neurotoxins (artificial sweeteners, flavorings and colorings) and inflammatory foods (sugar, processed carbohydrates, and damaged fats) will help stop the burning and tingling sensations. Listen in with hosts Brenna Thomson and Kara Carper to learn more and discover what you can do to resolve neuropathy and plantar fasciitis.

Five Foods to Protect Your Eyesight

Eyesight is something we usually take for granted until it starts to fail. You may be surprised to learn that something as simple as balancing your blood sugar is important for good sight. Many people believe that developing cataracts, dry eye, blurred vision, night blindness or macular degeneration is a normal part of aging, but it doesn’t have to be. There is a lot you can do to better your eyesight and avoid chronic eye issues. Tune in to learn what foods and supplements will help improve your eye health with hosts Darlene Kvist, JoAnn Ridout and Katie Haarala.
 

Ask the Nutritionist May 10, 2014

On this episode we answer your questions! We address fatigue, cravings, hot flashes, peri-menopause, saturated fats, heart disease and more. Listen in as hosts Darlene Kvist and Lea Wetzell answer caller questions.

Osteoporosis: Are You at Risk?

Surprisingly, nine million adults have osteoporosis and 48 million adults have low bone density. Bones are living tissue and just like every other tissue in your body, they require nutrients. Not only do you need nutrients for strong bones, you also need a healthy body that’s set up to absorb those nutrients properly. Did you know that regular use of antacids impairs your body’s ability to absorb calcium? Learn why this is and much more with hosts Darlene Kvist and Kate Crosby as they talk about what you can do to strengthen your bones and decrease your risk for developing osteoporosis.

Manage Menopausal Mood Swings, Anxiety and Sleep Problems

Some women sail effortlessly through menstrual cycle changes and on to menopause with no issues. But for those of you having mood swings, hot flashes and sleep problems, this show is for you! Learn why starting your day with a breakfast of cereal, milk and a latte sets you up for unpleasant menopause symptoms. Balancing blood sugar, limiting caffeine and alcohol intake, healthy snack ideas, supplements, causes of estrogen dominance and more are addressed on the show. Listen in with hosts Kara Carper and JoAnn Ridout as they address all the very doable things you can do to have a more enjoyable life during menopause.

Vitamin E and Alzheimer’s with special guest Dr. Maurice Dysken

New research published by the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that vitamin E can be amazingly effective in reducing symptoms of Alzheimer’s. This research was conducted at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center and lead by Dr. Maurice Dysken. Listen in as Darlene Kvist and Brenna Thompson are joined by Dr. Dysken to learn more about this ground-breaking study and the effects of vitamin E on Alzheimer’s patients.

Relapse Prevention for Chronic Health Problems, Including Addiction

What happens when people with chronic illness relapse from their recovery plan? What if you have heart disease and you relapse? Or what if you have obesity and you relapse? Why does relapse occur? Is it lack of support? Too many cravings? A plan that just doesn’t work? Explore the topic of relapse prevention as it relates to addiction and chronic disease with hosts Darlene Kvist, Kate Crosby and special guest Nancy Lindgren—a recovering alcoholic of 30 years.