Posts Tagged: nutritionist

What Intermountain Health Caregivers Want You to Know About Energy Drinks, Caffeine, and Food

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Looking for a quick boost? It’s better to choose food over energy drinks or caffeine. “People are using caffeine instead of food for energy, but there is an overarching lack of evidence to show that caffeine can help with physical or cognitive performance,” said Tiana Barker, a registered dietitian nutritionist for Intermountain Health. “When it… Read more »

Pregnant Moms Shouldn’t Eat for Two, But Eat Twice as Healthy

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There is a  popular saying is that pregnant women “eat for two,” but it’s not healthy for expectant mothers to eat twice their usual amount of food during pregnancy. “Women of normal weight who are pregnant with one baby need about 300 more calories per day than the standard amount recommended for women in general…. Read more »