LifeSpring Nutrition & Food Blog

• All Meals
• Jul 08, 2024
• 2 years ago

Preventable diseases, illnesses, and injuries cost communities billions annually. Individuals often bear the brunt of the financial burden in addition to managing chronic or acute health issues. According to Health.gov, “Many hospital stays and emergency department visits are preventable.” The Health.gov website states that taking steps to “connect people to a primary health care provider, […]

• All Meals
• Jul 05, 2024
• 2 years ago

Celiac disease can affect anyone. Fortunately, dietary strategies and a healthy lifestyle can reduce symptoms and help people manage this disease. According to the World Journal of Gastroenterology, “Celiac disease (CD) is one of the most common diseases, resulting from both environmental (gluten) and genetic factors [human leukocyte antigen (HLA) and non-HLA genes].” This autoimmune […]

• All Meals
• Jun 28, 2024
• 2 years ago

Untreated gastrointestinal issues, including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), profoundly impact everyday life for millions of people. According to the American Journal of Gastroenterology, “Digestive diseases account for over 100 million ambulatory care visits annually in the U.S.” Diet is one of the most effective ways to manage or avoid digestive diseases. Gut health is directly […]

• All Meals
• Jun 25, 2024
• 2 years ago

Inflammation is a common symptom of chronic and acute health issues. Treating or managing inflammation is an important part of recovery for many people diagnosed with medical conditions. According to Biomedicines, “Inflammation is a physiological process . . . if it becomes chronic, inflammation can end up stimulating the development of diseases such as cardiovascular […]

• All Meals
• Jun 21, 2024
• 2 years ago

Some individuals benefit from creating a meal schedule. Regular routines surrounding mealtimes help people maintain a healthier lifestyle. According to the Journal of Biological Rhythms, “Since the circadian system is signaled, in part, by dietary intake, eating at consistent times is important for robust circadian rhythms.” Meal timing impacts digestion and ensures people have enough […]

• All Meals
• Jun 18, 2024
• 2 years ago

Whole foods are an excellent source of daily vitamins and minerals. According to Nutrients, in general, “any increase in the consumption of fruits and vegetables results in the improvement of well-being, enhances happiness, and decreases depressive symptoms, with the strongest effect observed for [a minimum of] 6 servings a day.” Home-delivered meals from LifeSpring Home […]

• All Meals
• Jun 15, 2024
• 2 years ago

Obesity is one of the most common causes of physical and mental health issues. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “People who have overweight or obesity, compared to those with healthy weight, are at increased risk for many serious diseases and health conditions.” LifeSpring Home Nutrition offers medically tailored meals (MTMs) […]

• All Meals
• Jun 12, 2024
• 2 years ago

A registered dietician (RD) is specially trained to provide nutritional coaching, guidance, support, and education to individuals and communities. According to the Cardiovascular Journal of Africa, “[A] registered dietician is an important part of any healthcare team because they provide evidence-based information on, prevention of, and disease management nutrition-related advice.” LifeSpring Home Nutrition works with […]

• All Meals
• Jun 08, 2024
• 2 years ago

Older adults may have a higher risk of experiencing medical issues due to age-related health changes and other factors impacting their diet. People over the age of 65 living alone are also more likely to be diagnosed with malnutrition and other diet-related conditions. According to Nutrients, “Malnutrition in older adults has been [recognized] as a […]