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My favorite question the #aapa asked me: Why is nutrition an important part of patient care? (After reading my answer, join the conversation below and share your thoughts on this question 👇🏻) To answer that question, I think we need to back up and define #patientcare . Patient care consists of services rendered by health professionals for the benefit of the #patient and considers the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the patient. With that definition in mind, and knowing that 70% of annual deaths are due to #chronicdisease , nutrition should be at the forefront of patient care. Diabetes, heart disease and stroke are the leading causes of death and disability, yet they are mostly preventable through #diet and #lifestyle. Ninety percent of the nearly 18 million #heartdisease cases worldwide could be prevented by people adopting a healthier diet, doing regular exercise, and not smoking ‼️ Proper nutrition also has an immense role in disorders people don’t think about like kidney stones, gout, and Alzheimer’s. Nutrition’s role goes beyond #prevention and plays a crucial in the treatment of so many medical conditions like celiac disease, DM, constipation, reflux, and migraine, to name a few. In my opinion, clinicians need to do better at providing proper nutrition counseling in the prevention AND treatment of diseases. Providers are at the frontline of care for patients and if we can properly educate them before getting a chronic condition, we can save their life! ✨That is why I started the Exam Room Nutrition podcast. ✨ I want to bridge the gap between nutrition and #medicine and provide #clinicians with simple, actionable nutrition strategies they can discuss with their patients. I’m so excited for the article to be released. In the meantime, I’d love for you to take a listen to the podcast 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/eyHgBprt

Changing one’s dietary habits can benefit many patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI). However, doing so effectively often requires working with a dietician experienced in DGBI who is part of your healthcare team, an expert who works alongside your doctor and a psychologist. An integrated healthcare approach to DGBI will yield the best outcomes. The Rome Foundation has the latest research on Food as Medicine here: https://loom.ly/e0isCdM

I had the pleasure of speaking to Kait, a Registered Dietitian, at Nutrition Awareness about what injectable anti-obesity medications are and aren't!💉💊 We discussed the habits of our most successful weight loss clients and why medications are intended to be life-long tools used to help with weight management because... obesity is a chronic disease! Here's the episode🔗: https://lnkd.in/eCRefH9n

I wish I could have made it to the recent Dietitian's Symposium to network with fellow dietitians, but I'm enjoying putting my clinical hat on and diving into some case studies today. Thanks to Dietitian Connection for making it easy to access webinars. It feels like a shift is happening, and perhaps nutrition is getting closer to gaining a well-deserved seat at the table in clinical care. Our understanding of the gut is still evolving, and with continued research, we hope to find better ways to assess gut function. Ideally, we will develop objective methods for scoring dysfunction, allowing us to treat issues before significant damage occurs. Dietitians play a crucial role in advocating for patients who are at risk of poor outcomes due to gut health issues. By providing personalised and ongoing nutrition support, we help manage and improve gut health, which is fundamental to overall well-being. Our work often involves educating patients, and their healthcare teams on the impact of diet on gut health, guiding them through dietary changes, and collaborating to ensure comprehensive care. I'm particularly fascinated by the potential of AI to help us develop better screening and diagnostic tools. Imagine a future where, just like checking heart rate, blood pressure, or running bloods, ECGs, and EEGs, we have a reliable tool for assessing gut health. The future of dietetics is promising, and I'm excited to see how we can advance our field and improve patient care through innovative research and technology. As dietitians, we must continue to champion the importance of gut health and advocate for the resources needed to support our patients effectively. #Dietetics #Nutrition #GutHealth #AI #ClinicalCare #Research #DietitianConnection #PatientAdvocacy

🌟 New Insight into Ketogenic Therapy 🌟 Exciting news for our community! Exploration of Foods and Foodomics has just published a compelling narrative review titled "Effectiveness of ketogenic therapy in patients with obesity and diabetes." 🔍 Dive into the world of ketogenic diets and discover how they're reshaping the treatment landscape for obesity and diabetes. This comprehensive review explores the science behind the ketogenic approach, offering valuable insights for healthcare professionals and individuals alike. 👨⚕️👩⚕️ For clinicians, this review provides a critical analysis of the current evidence, highlighting the potential benefits and considerations of implementing ketogenic therapy in patient care. 👨🔬👩🔬 Researchers and academics will appreciate the depth of the review, which could inspire new avenues of inquiry into the intersection of diet, metabolism, and disease management. 📚 Whether you're looking to stay informed on the latest nutritional strategies or seeking to enhance your understanding of metabolic health, this article is a must-read. 👉 Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gYr6jmQb Don't miss out on this enriching exploration of a transformative therapy! Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below. #KetogenicTherapy #Obesity #DiabetesManagement #HealthcareInnovation #ExplorationofFoodsandFoodomics

🌟 New Insight into Ketogenic Therapy 🌟 Exciting news for our community! Exploration of Foods and Foodomics has just published a compelling narrative review titled "Effectiveness of ketogenic therapy in patients with obesity and diabetes." 👉 Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gt8NgzJH #KetogenicTherapy #Obesity #DiabetesManagement #HealthcareInnovation #ExplorationofFoodsandFoodomics

A great article debunking the fearmongering of eating red meat. For most people (and of course everyone is different and have different dietary needs & tastes) red meat is nutritional powerhouse. It all comes down to the quality of your meat, the rest of your diet (how processed is the food you are eating, what percentage of whole foods are you eating) along with balancing your meals with healthy fats (like my favourite olive oil) and non starchy vegetables.

"When you hear the headlines 'Red meat is linked to causing type-2 diabetes' it is BS" 🚫 As Dr. Hyman explains, this study has many faults and sugar and refined carbohydrates are the primary cause of type-2 diabetes, not meat 🥩 I've experimented with my diet a lot for the past 10 years and have measured my own blood markers yearly. Recent years I decided to increase my red meat intake with good quality beef. I've eaten about 700g of beef almost every day for the past 5 years and I was even on a carnivore diet for some of that time and none of my measured blood markers shows any signs of a development of type-2 diabetes. During my studies in Functional Medicine I see no scientific evidence for this claim. Humans have eaten red meat for atleast 2.5 million years but the rise of type-2 diabetes have only been seen in the past 2-3 decades. To claim that red meat causes diabetes is simply absurd. Stay cautious of what you read on the news. Unfortunately, there exists a lot of misinformation in our world and it's very easy to get confused when hearing the different health advice today. The best way to truly know how any type of food affects you is to listen to the signs your own body is giving you, ask a real professional for advice and check your own blood markers 🩸

Safe swallowing isn't just a simple act; it's a precisely coordinated process ensuring food and liquids move seamlessly from mouth to esophagus. 🧠 When post-stroke dysphagia disrupts this harmony, it's more than a challenge; it impacts safety, efficacy, and physiology. 🍽️ Reduced intake, malnutrition, dehydration—these consequences affect clinical outcomes significantly. For healthcare professionals, understanding its complexities and how medical nutrition plays a crucial role is key! 📚 Explore the nuances in our Nutrition Essentials: Stroke booklet: https://lnkd.in/ezqABua9 Enhance your knowledge for better patient care! Exclusively for #HealthcareProfessional use only #NutritionEducation #NutritionMatters #Dysphagia #Stroke

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