As flu season approaches, the Marathon Family Health Team is strongly encouraging community members to get their flu shot. Just like last year, there is the potential of having two viruses circulating in our communities this fall and winter (the influenza/flu virus and the COVID-19 virus). Getting the flu shot can help further prevent the…
Malnutrition, or more specifically undernutrition, is a serious condition that happens when your diet doesn’t contain enough nutrients. If you are 65 or older, consider doing a short nutrition screen here. Seeing how you are doing and making changes if needed can help your body work as well as possible to stay independent for longer.
We’ve equipped you with even more resources to help your back-to-school efforts run more smoothly. 1. Here‘s an article from our Registered Dietitian on packing school lunches. 2. You can find the pictured recipes and more school lunch ideas here. 3. Read this for more fun tips on getting your child to try new foods.
It can take some work to keep kids happy with their school lunches, especially if they only like a few options and get sick of those too. Keeping bagged lunches tasty and nutritious can help kids stay fueled up, which is important because kids learn best on a full stomach. You’re about to learn how…
Plant-based foods are becoming more popular lately. This is partly because of the health benefits but also because of concerns about animal welfare and being environmentally friendly. If you’re interested in trying to incorporate more plant-based options this summer but don’t know how to get started, this article is for you. We’ll explore some no-cook…
People are often uncomfortable talking about bowel movements and may avoid the topic entirely if they can help it. For those with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), this can lead to suffering alone and undiagnosed, which is why IBS Awareness Month came to be. This April, learn what IBS is, how it affects people who have…
by Amber Currie RDH We are a year into the coronavirus pandemic, and the feeling of burnout is common. For many there have been a shift in priorities, and the pandemic has changed the way we take care of ourselves. Oral health has decreased during the past year, with changes in personal and professional roles…
Have you ever thought about what kind of medical treatment you would want if you were to become seriously ill? Although it can be difficult to think about, taking the time to reflect on the wishes you have for future care will ensure that your medical treatment aligns with your goals and values. That’s exactly…
Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring. This Nutrition Month, dietitians are encouraging you to learn What are Green Powders and to find a way to eat well that suits you. Explore the many ways to make nutritious meals, being mindful that healthy eating should include foods you enjoy and keeping in mind that dietitians…
Eating disorders are complex illnesses in which insufficient or extreme food intake leads to the destruction of personal wellbeing. Despite their severity which can also decrease lifespan, it can be very hard for individuals affected to receive treatment. Common barriers to getting support include shame, beliefs about asking for help and not knowing which supports…