Laura Tibbetts, Author at NEXDINE Hospitality

The Importance of Nutrition in the Pediatric and Adolescent Psychiatric Population

According to recent research, there is a significant connection between unhealthy eating patterns and poor mental health among children and adolescents. Unfortunately, many studies have reported that young people are eating well below dietary recommendations. Children and adolescents have become increasingly reliant on nutrient-poor, foods high in sugar and...

The Realities of Fad Dieting

A fad diet may seem like a much easier choice especially when we see an endorsement from a favorite celebrity or a family member who swears by it but think about your long-term goals versus a two-week fad diet plan. A healthy lifestyle which incorporates balanced meal planning and...

NEXDINE’s Multi-Faceted Approach to Food Waste Management

Food waste is a global problem of staggering proportions. In 2021, the World Wildlife Fund reported that the estimated total food loss and waste is over 2.5 billion tons – nearly 40% of all food produced. Greenhouse gas emissions generated by food that goes unconsumed represent 10% of all...

Today’s Diabetes Hits Different

This November the American Diabetes Association is bringing awareness to the complex and chronic illness that is Diabetes in the United States. This year’s campaign is “Today’s Diabetes Hits Different”, so NEXDINE Hospitality wants to do their part in highlighting this cause. Why is this so important? Well, 37...

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World Food Day

World Food Day is an international day celebrated every year worldwide on 16 October to commemorate the date of the founding of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945. The day is celebrated widely by many other organizations concerned with hunger and food security, including the World...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Patients Need Access to Nutritious Food Options During treatment for breast cancer, one of the most important things to remember as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist is that your patients are eating enough to maintain a healthy weight, preserve muscle mass, and avoid malnutrition. Many of the side...

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Are You Getting Enough Dairy?

National Dairy Month started out as National Milk Month in 1937 to promote drinking milk and an excuse to kick off summer with nutrient-rich dairy foods. According to the My Plate Guidelines Consuming dairy products provides health benefits, especially building and maintaining strong bones. Foods in the Dairy Group...

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