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As a future cardiovascular healthcare professional, I have learned a lot about how nutrition can impact your cardiovascular health, both positively and negatively. It is important for me to understand nutrition because lifestyle changes are very beneficial in preventing heart diseases. #beh353
December 6, 2025 at 11:37 PM
As a future cardiovascular healthcare professional, I have learned a lot about how nutrition can impact your cardiovascular health, both positively and negatively. It is important for me to understand nutrition because lifestyle changes are very beneficial in preventing heart diseases. #beh353
One thing I love about your account is that you can debunk misinformation about foods or fad diets and be able to provide evidence. We tend to assume that "raw" or "unprocessed" foods are inherently healthier, but they can be dangerous. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
There’s a lot of hype about raw milk being “healthier.” It’s not. Pasteurization prevents illness without taking away nutrition. Raw milk carries real risks with no proven benefits. Let’s stop pretending otherwise. #RealWorldNutrition
Read: www.shelleyrael.com/blog/raw-mil...
Read: www.shelleyrael.com/blog/raw-mil...
Raw Milk vs Pasteurized Milk: Why the Risk Doesn’t Add Up — Real World Nutrition
Raw milk is gaining attention online, but studies show serious safety risks and little real benefit over properly pasteurized milk. Get the facts and why I believe it’s a risky choice.
www.shelleyrael.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:12 PM
One thing I love about your account is that you can debunk misinformation about foods or fad diets and be able to provide evidence. We tend to assume that "raw" or "unprocessed" foods are inherently healthier, but they can be dangerous. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
This is a great article to inform kids/parents on healthy diets for children. It is very reputable and has lots of information but is easy to follow. It has definitions/examples of nutrients and a chart for diet/servings by age. www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-life... @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
What nutrients does your child need now?
See the current children's nutrition recommendations for protein, carbohydrates, more.
www.mayoclinic.org
November 20, 2025 at 4:07 PM
This is a great article to inform kids/parents on healthy diets for children. It is very reputable and has lots of information but is easy to follow. It has definitions/examples of nutrients and a chart for diet/servings by age. www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-life... @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
As a type 1 diabetic, I tend to think that healthy eating only benefits type 2 diabetes, but it benefits everyone (not just diabetics). I actually have a cookbook from when I was first diagnosed full of recipes that help manage blood sugar. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
On #WorldDiabetesDay, check out the "Health Professional's Guide to Nutrition, Diabetes, and Pregnancy." 🤰
📙 This award-winning resource provides guidance to health professionals caring for pregnant patients with diabetes: https://bit.ly/49TxjiN
#eatrightPRO #DiabetesAwarenessMonth
📙 This award-winning resource provides guidance to health professionals caring for pregnant patients with diabetes: https://bit.ly/49TxjiN
#eatrightPRO #DiabetesAwarenessMonth
November 15, 2025 at 7:23 PM
As a type 1 diabetic, I tend to think that healthy eating only benefits type 2 diabetes, but it benefits everyone (not just diabetics). I actually have a cookbook from when I was first diagnosed full of recipes that help manage blood sugar. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Carrolls story on Chic Fil A was so well done. I'm pursuing a career in cardiovascular, this quote, "What was worse - dying from a stroke, or being ashamed of what the scale would say the next time I stepped on it?" shows embarrassment holds people back from getting help. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
November 15, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Carrolls story on Chic Fil A was so well done. I'm pursuing a career in cardiovascular, this quote, "What was worse - dying from a stroke, or being ashamed of what the scale would say the next time I stepped on it?" shows embarrassment holds people back from getting help. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
I never knew about this! We tend to make generalizations around processed foods, but I never thought about breaking them down and comparing them to find what actually makes them bad for you. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
“Processed” isn’t a bad word. Everything we eat is processed in some way, but the degree matters. The NOVA classification breaks it down and helps you make informed choices—without the guilt. #RealWorldNutrition www.shelleyrael.com/blog/nova-cl...
Understanding the NOVA Classification: What Counts as Ultra Processed Food? — Real World Nutrition
Explore the NOVA food classification system, learn how foods are grouped by processing level, see examples of each group, and get practical tips for reducing ultra-processed foods without guilt.
www.shelleyrael.com
November 9, 2025 at 9:50 PM
I never knew about this! We tend to make generalizations around processed foods, but I never thought about breaking them down and comparing them to find what actually makes them bad for you. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
I think we do need to talk more about how childhood obesity is related to poverty. I never knew there were so many studies conducted that found links to childhood obesity and low income households. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
November 9, 2025 at 9:44 PM
I think we do need to talk more about how childhood obesity is related to poverty. I never knew there were so many studies conducted that found links to childhood obesity and low income households. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
This is very helpful! Mushrooms are super beneficial, they can even prevent cognitive decline as you age due to them being so rich is polyphenols. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Edible Mushrooms in the U.S. Can you tell which Mushrooms are Safe to Eat? #WildFoodsDay www.plantsnap.com/blog/edible-...
October 28, 2025 at 1:52 PM
This is very helpful! Mushrooms are super beneficial, they can even prevent cognitive decline as you age due to them being so rich is polyphenols. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
According to the NIH, "healthy" foods are often harder to get due to location (urban vs rural) and cost. Healthy alternative snacks tend to have better quality packaging and ads, which increase their cost. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
Assessing the Cost of Healthy and Unhealthy Diets: A Systematic Review of Methods
Poor diets are a leading risk factor for chronic disease globally. Research suggests healthy foods are often harder to access, more expensive, and of a lower quality in rural/remote or low-income/high minority areas. Food pricing studies are ...
pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
October 28, 2025 at 1:48 PM
According to the NIH, "healthy" foods are often harder to get due to location (urban vs rural) and cost. Healthy alternative snacks tend to have better quality packaging and ads, which increase their cost. #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
What is the "worst" part of pasta for your diet? Is it the carbs of the noodles themself or is it dependant on what kind of toppings you use? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Celebrate #WorldPastaDay with a quick and healthy Penne Pasta with Veggies! Perfect for kids and adults alike. #KidsEatRight #EatRight Recipe here: www.eatright.org/food/plannin...
Quick Penne Pasta with Veggies Recipe
This meatless meal with broccoli, pasta, and freshly shredded Parmesan cheese is kid-friendly and packed with vitamins and minerals.
www.eatright.org
October 26, 2025 at 10:56 PM
What is the "worst" part of pasta for your diet? Is it the carbs of the noodles themself or is it dependant on what kind of toppings you use? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
I thought this article was very helpful and straightforward. There are so many vitamins out there, all being advertised for different benefits, it's important to know what the basic function of one is. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353 www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/my...
Myths and truths about vitamin C - Harvard Health
While vitamin C may not prevent colds or shorten their duration, it does offer other health benefits. Discover foods rich in vitamin C to enhance your diet....
www.health.harvard.edu
October 26, 2025 at 10:54 PM
I thought this article was very helpful and straightforward. There are so many vitamins out there, all being advertised for different benefits, it's important to know what the basic function of one is. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353 www.health.harvard.edu/nutrition/my...
A good quality pop press article on risks of a keto diet, lab mice ate keto for 1 yr(10 yrs human time) and developed liver/heart complications and glucose intolerance. I would definitely recommend this to someone thinking about going keto. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353 www.usnews.com/news/health-...
www.usnews.com
October 17, 2025 at 12:32 PM
A good quality pop press article on risks of a keto diet, lab mice ate keto for 1 yr(10 yrs human time) and developed liver/heart complications and glucose intolerance. I would definitely recommend this to someone thinking about going keto. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353 www.usnews.com/news/health-...
I find it really sad that young kids, especially young girls, learn from social media that "skinny is healthy" and they start to prioritize their body image over their health. Do you have any information on the demographics of this study? I'm curious how many were female. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
October 12, 2025 at 11:28 PM
I find it really sad that young kids, especially young girls, learn from social media that "skinny is healthy" and they start to prioritize their body image over their health. Do you have any information on the demographics of this study? I'm curious how many were female. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
As a type one diabetic, I found the fad diet of keto very interesting. I learned the difference between ketosis and ketoacidosis, and I also learned that apparently this diet can actually improve A1C levels in type one diabetics. www.ccjm.org/content/88/1... @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
Ketogenic diets in the management of type 1 diabetes: Safe or safety concern?
The jury is still out on whether a low-carbohydrate, ketosis-inducing diet is an effective and safe adjunctive therapy to insulin in type 1 diabetes. The limited published literature reports an associ...
www.ccjm.org
October 12, 2025 at 11:24 PM
As a type one diabetic, I found the fad diet of keto very interesting. I learned the difference between ketosis and ketoacidosis, and I also learned that apparently this diet can actually improve A1C levels in type one diabetics. www.ccjm.org/content/88/1... @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
I’m curious — do people who follow a flexitarian or semi-vegetarian diet get similar health benefits as full vegetarians or vegans? Or does eating meat occasionally make a big difference? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Vegetarian doesn’t always mean the same thing. From lacto-ovo to flexitarian, the definitions can get confusing. I explain the differences so you know what’s what: www.shelleyrael.com/blog/vegetar... #RealWorldNutrition
What Does Vegetarian Really Mean? Definitions, Types, and Plant-Based Eating — Real World Nutrition
Learn what vegetarian really means, the different types of vegetarian diets, how plant-based eating fits in, and the history behind vegetarianism.
www.shelleyrael.com
October 5, 2025 at 9:44 PM
I’m curious — do people who follow a flexitarian or semi-vegetarian diet get similar health benefits as full vegetarians or vegans? Or does eating meat occasionally make a big difference? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
My mom and I love chicken gyros, and she found a healthier version that replaces the pita bread with zucchini. We had it tonight and it was just as good as the bread version. hungryhappens.net/easy-chicken... #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Easy Chicken Gyro Zucchini Roll
This chicken gyro zucchini roll is a fun spin on a gryo. It's low carb but absolutely delivers Greek flavors!
hungryhappens.net
October 5, 2025 at 9:38 PM
My mom and I love chicken gyros, and she found a healthier version that replaces the pita bread with zucchini. We had it tonight and it was just as good as the bread version. hungryhappens.net/easy-chicken... #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Love this reminder, do you think the type of whole grain matters most (like oats vs. quinoa), or is it more about consistently choosing whole over refined? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Whole grains give more than just fiber. They provide vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds stripped away in refined grains. Swapping white rice for brown or choosing oats over sugary cereals are small changes that add up for better health. #RealWorldNutrition
September 28, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Love this reminder, do you think the type of whole grain matters most (like oats vs. quinoa), or is it more about consistently choosing whole over refined? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
After my food recall I realized that I skip meals during a busy day and don’t realize it. It was kind of hard to recall everything because sometimes I tend to miss meals and just eat random things throughout the day. I learned that I should add more iron in my diet. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
September 28, 2025 at 9:19 PM
After my food recall I realized that I skip meals during a busy day and don’t realize it. It was kind of hard to recall everything because sometimes I tend to miss meals and just eat random things throughout the day. I learned that I should add more iron in my diet. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
What differences are there between type 2 diabetic nutritional health and type 1? I notice that eating sugar or drinking sugary foods never really affects my blood sugar as long as i account for the carbs with insulin, but are there long term effects I don’t know about? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
Each serving of a #sugar-sweetened beverage was linked to a 25% higher relative risk of #diabetes, while fruit juice was associated with a 5% increase. cardiovascularbusiness.com/topics/clini...
Drinking sugar ‘more problematic’ than eating it: Soda, fruit juice linked to high diabetes risk
“Rather than condemning all added sugars, future dietary guidelines might consider the differential effects of sugar based on its source and form," one researcher said.
cardiovascularbusiness.com
September 21, 2025 at 9:08 PM
What differences are there between type 2 diabetic nutritional health and type 1? I notice that eating sugar or drinking sugary foods never really affects my blood sugar as long as i account for the carbs with insulin, but are there long term effects I don’t know about? #beh353 @beh353.bsky.social
The confusion of sugar vs HFCS is interesting. HFCS sounds worse than real sugar, but there is only a slight difference in their chemical makeup. HFCS tends to be in highly processed junk foods, when brands started using real sugar, it didn’t really make them healthier. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
September 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM
The confusion of sugar vs HFCS is interesting. HFCS sounds worse than real sugar, but there is only a slight difference in their chemical makeup. HFCS tends to be in highly processed junk foods, when brands started using real sugar, it didn’t really make them healthier. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
Do you have any recommendations on how to eat out without being tempted to eat the entire portion? I agree that restaurant portions are too big, but I often finish the meal anyway because I feel it’s a waste. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
We really need to focus on portions and not single foods or ingredients.
Portions - in restaurants, bakeries, grocers - are too large.
We will eat the plate.
Yet can be satisfied with less is less becomes the normalized option.
Portions - in restaurants, bakeries, grocers - are too large.
We will eat the plate.
Yet can be satisfied with less is less becomes the normalized option.
I found this interesting because instead of being wary of certain ingredients, it's crucial to focus on broad diet habits. The key factors are caution, range, & rational choices. I like that healthy eating, portion control, and whole foods are prioritized over publicity. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
September 10, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Do you have any recommendations on how to eat out without being tempted to eat the entire portion? I agree that restaurant portions are too big, but I often finish the meal anyway because I feel it’s a waste. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
The thing that stood out to me in lecture 1 was TIME magazine’s misinterpretation of information related to associations of polyunsaturated fatty acids with heart disease in their “Eat Butter” magazine cover. It’s important to look for misinformation when reading nutrition sources. @beh353 #beh353
September 10, 2025 at 1:13 PM
The thing that stood out to me in lecture 1 was TIME magazine’s misinterpretation of information related to associations of polyunsaturated fatty acids with heart disease in their “Eat Butter” magazine cover. It’s important to look for misinformation when reading nutrition sources. @beh353 #beh353
I’m in the Echo class of 2026. I needed a BEH class and I have type 1 diabetes and want to learn more about how food interacts with blood sugar. I want to know other things that keep it steady besides protein. Healthy eating=balance. Fav food is nachos or mangos. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353
September 3, 2025 at 10:40 PM
I’m in the Echo class of 2026. I needed a BEH class and I have type 1 diabetes and want to learn more about how food interacts with blood sugar. I want to know other things that keep it steady besides protein. Healthy eating=balance. Fav food is nachos or mangos. @beh353.bsky.social #beh353