NSMC Nutrition Counseling December 2019 Pregnancy Nutrition Counseling
Tips to a Healthy Holiday Season In this newsletter, NSMC nutrition experts share their tips for a healthy holiday season.
When Hosting Send your guests home with extras. Create a sparkling water bar as a lowcalorie alternative to an alcohol bar Start with sparking water as a base Add a splash of 100 percent fruit juice, a squeeze of fresh lemon, orange, grapefruit or pomegranate, or 1 teaspoon of vanilla, coconut or peppermint extract Top with raspberries, blueberries, orange, mint or cilantro
NSMC's registered dietitians assist pregnant patients with creating a nutrition plan that promotes appropriate weight gain, addresses heightened nutrient needs and controls blood sugar and blood pressure levels. Our services include management of possible nutrition-related health complications of pregnancy, targeting specific nutritional needs increased during pregnancy and lactation and more. Learn more.
As a Guest Avoid going to parties hungry. Make sure you eat balanced meals with whole grains, lean protein and fruits and/or vegetables to optimize satiety. Bring a dish that you can eat at an event: a vegetable-based salad, whole grain side dish or shrimp cocktail.
Outpatient Appointments We create complete nutrition assessments and personalized nutrition plans for our patients in one-on-one counseling sessions. Call for an appointment