Behold, the mushroom
They aren't often the prettiest food, but many varieties can promote a healthy gut and strengthen the immune system.
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- May 19, 2022
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Author:
Kristi Veltkamp
Kristi is one of the outpatient dietitians in Spectrum Health’s Nutrition Services. She did her undergraduate degree in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and then went on to complete her master’s degree and dietetic internship at Northern Illinois University. Kristi’s interest in nutrition sparked while competing in basketball as a collegiate athlete. She is always seeking new ways to fuel the body, mind and soul. Her job includes a wide variety of responsibilities, including 1:1 outpatient nutrition counseling (specializing in sports nutrition and weight management), teaching nutrition classes, and media opportunities. She can usually be found outside biking, or inside reading or catching up on favorite shows. When asked what she eats, Kristi states “Real whole foods with 80% good and 20% fun. There are no diets. Just eating food the way we were made to eat it”.
Posts from Kristi Veltkamp
Make it homemade—and healthier
With just a few simple ingredient swaps, you can boost the nutritional content of your favorite snacks and meals.
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- April 25, 2022
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Navigating the yogurt aisle
Mankind has complicated this centuries-old favorite. A few practical guidelines can help you simplify your yogurt expedition.
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- April 19, 2022
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Smart swaps to boost nutrition
The options are endless for those seeking to pack a punch with flavor, yet lose the fat and carbs.
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- April 11, 2022
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Top 10 foods you’ve never eaten
These healthy fruits, veggies and more are rich in flavor and loaded with nutrition.
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- January 24, 2022
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The new you
A dietitian's suggestions for getting started on health goals in a new year.
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- December 27, 2021
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The superfoods of fall
Autumn will soon arrive, bringing with it the bounty of the harvest season.
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- September 6, 2021
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Top 10 cholesterol-busters
Simple, subtle changes to your diet could help protect you from heart disease and stroke.
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- September 1, 2021
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Fuel your run
Want to boost your performance and recovery? Avoid these Top 5 nutrition mistakes.
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- August 23, 2021
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Feed your microbiome
Find a host of delicious foods to brighten your plate and bolster good bacteria in your belly.
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- August 3, 2021
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Beware the microbiome killers
Fried foods, refined sugars and other highly processed items wreak havoc on gut health.
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- July 19, 2021
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Welcome to the probiotics party
As building blocks of your microbiome, these organisms play a lead role in shaping good health.
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- June 16, 2021
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