THE CV WELLBEING BLOG

Nourishment and Well-being — A Nutrition Blog Series

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Metabolism & Food Science, Cancer Carolyn Milles Metabolism & Food Science, Cancer Carolyn Milles

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Debunking the “Sugar Feeds Cancer” Myth

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which means many of us are thinking more about health and cancer prevention. It’s also a great time to address some of the misinformation that often creates unnecessary fear around food. One of the most persistent myths is that sugar "feeds" cancer. This idea has led a lot of people to feel guilty about enjoying sweet foods, even though science tells a very different story. So, let’s break it down and clear up the confusion.

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Intuitive Eating, Gentle Nutrition Carolyn Milles Intuitive Eating, Gentle Nutrition Carolyn Milles

The Ladder of Nutrition Needs: Understanding Gentle Nutrition

Does it often feel overwhelming to think about nutrition or food? Is it hard to keep up with the latest health recommendations? Food doesn’t have to be challenging or boring to be “healthy.” In fact, we may be making things worse for ourselves by focusing on the little things with every new suggestion that gets thrown our way.

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Exploring World Diabetes Day: A Closer Look at Diabetes

Today marks World Diabetes Day, highlighting a health condition that impacts millions worldwide. Over 37 million adults in the U.S. have diabetes, with 20% unaware of their condition. With the ever-evolving research, how well do we understand diabetes today? Let's explore.

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Joy in Maine’s Fall: An Intuitive Eating View

The fall season can bring great pleasure as the leaves transition from green to vibrant oranges, reds, and yellows– orchards teem with apples to pick, pumpkin patches to wander, and hay bales to provide a place to rest your feet. Fairs begin to pop up in town after town, sharing a rich history of agriculture, familiar foods, and grin-worthy rides.

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Body Mass Index Scales: Are They the Right Tool for Health?

Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been regarded as a fundamental measure of an individual's health and weight status. However, a closer examination reveals that BMI may not be as reliable as once believed.

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