Nutrition has a direct effect on your recovery and functionality while going through physical therapy. Diet should be carefully factored into your road to recovery.

What Should I Eat During Physical Therapy?

A lot of us grew up hearing untrue stereotypes and myths about obesity, such as "obesity is caused by a lack of exercise and unhealthy eating," and "if you’re obese, you can’t control your eating." We dispel those myths and more, here.

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Top 5 Myths About Obesity

Omega-3 fatty acids have long been linked to good heart health, but did you know they can benefit your brain, as well? Here's a list of those benefits and foods you can eat to increase your omega-3 fatty acid intake.

Essential for the Aging Brain: Omega-3 Fatty Acids

You’ve probably felt the signs of dehydration before, but not realized what was causing your problems.

 Ways Dehydration is Affecting You That You Didn’t Realize

Protein plays a crucial role for women – both for everyday physical and mental health, as well as in regulating the hormones that control monthly menstrual cycles.

Why High-Protein Breakfasts Make a Difference for Women

Shanthi Appelö, registered dietitian for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, explains the impact that food additives have on our health.

Are Food Additives Harmful to Our Health?

There are five food and diet-related things that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Health and Wellness Spokesperson Shanthi Appelö simply won't try. Here's the full list. 

5 Things I’d Never Do as a Dietitian

Learn more about a U-M study that found certain foods can shorten - or lengthen - your lifespan by the minute.

Can Food Impact Your Lifespan by the Minute?

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