Author: Melanie Moyers, MS, RDN, LDN

Translating nutrition information to empower you to make informed nutrition decisions.
Chocolate - Heart Health

Valentine’s Day & Heart Healthy Chocolate

Melanie Moyers, MS, RDN, LDN

Valentine’s Day is in a few days and for many that means chocolate candy for our loved ones.  If you have a loved one watching their health, try dark chocolate this Valentine’s Day.  Dark chocolate containing at least 70% or more cacao content contains higher levels of flavenoids which have been shown to be heart-healthy by lowering incidence of hypertension, heart attack, and other cardiovascular diseases.

Remember that chocolate also contains fat and sugar that aren’t so heart-healthy, so when choosing to consume any chocolate, we still want to do so in moderation.

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Migraine

Ginger for Migraines

Melanie Moyers, MS, RDN, LDN

Clinical research found Ginger was helpful.  See abstract here: Ginger for Migraines

How to use ginger for a migraine?  Study used 500-600 mg water-soluble ginger powder upon onset of migraine (or about 1 tsp of powdered ginger).  Relief was noted within 30 minutes to 2 hours*.  If you have tried ginger for a migraine please leave a comment and let us know your results!  Thank you

*Disclaimer: Please note all information provided is a review of the research and literature regarding nutrition supplements and findings, and is not an endorsement for specific supplements. Health related topics found on any page should not be used for diagnosing purposes or be substituted for medical advice. As with any new or ongoing treatment, always consult your physician before beginning any new treatment. DietitianPro® assumes no responsibility or liability for any consequence resulting directly or indirectly for any action or inaction you take based on or made in reliance on the information, services, or material on or linked to this information.

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New Year Resolution

New Year’s Resolutions – How are your resolutions going so far?

Melanie Moyers, MS, RDN, LDN

It’s New Year’s Resolutions time…so how are your resolutions going so far?  Do you have the same resolutions as last year, such as eat healthier and lose weight?  If so, did you meet these resolutions last year?  It is easier said than done!!!

The first step toward meeting your goals is to BE POSITIVE.  Instead of focusing on the foods “I can’t have”, focus on foods “you can have” and continue with a positive focus in that you are adding healthier foods to your diet, resulting in a healthier you.  Also remember that “One diet doesn’t fit all”, and if you choose a diet and are not losing weight or improving your health, it may be that you need a different regimen.  Don’t be so hard on yourself and become overwhelmed.  Once you find the healthier way of eating that fits you, you will reap the rewards of feeling your best, and if you need to lose weight, the reward of weight loss.

If you want to achieve those resolutions this year, please come and see me.  We will find the healthy eating regimen that works for you.  CONTACT OR BOOK APPOINTMENT  And to help you get started toward a healthy year, I’m providing a limited time offer for the first 10 people that book an appointment with me focusing on improving your health. Contact me now to be one of the first 10 people that respond and receive 50% off your first visit*.  BOOK APPOINTMENT – 50% off first visit for the first 10 people that contact me  Sorry, the 50% off your first visit is no longer running; spaces are taken.  Thank you for following!

*Don’t forget…if you have health insurance,  or if you have Medicare Part B (and Diabetes or Kidney disease), they may cover your visit with a Dietitian-Nutritionist at no cost to you.