Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

What diet is best for an oncology patient? One that the cancer patient will actually eat #nutr547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Chronic urinary tract infections (UTI's) can put you at risk of developing kidney disease, especially if they result in kidney infections. Let's play the prevention game and get at least 8 cups a day!

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Did you know that cows fed a diet of grass have a more diverse fatty acid profile than those fed with corn, soy, or hay? Nutrient content of dairy is more complex than deciding whole, 2%, 1%, or skim. #nutr547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Weight loss and increased lean muscle mass enhances performance in endurance athletes, but beware of fad diets! Carbohydrates are a necessary fuel for endurance workouts, so remember to stay balanced in macros and fueled in calories on race day! #nutr547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Whole food plant based, vegan, pescatarian, keto, paleo... are all diets that involve the restriction of foods that can be nutritious to our bodies. Health doesn't have to mean restriction, it can mean adding in more nutritious foods and not having as much room for others#NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

@hannahrimes2 @verge I can't believe it worked so well for him! I wasn't expecting a happy ending.

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

@hannahrimes2 I wonder how much she got paid for this promotion? I wish people who had power and influence over others would follow a moral code to improve our society as a whole.

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Do you like eating with silverware and plates? Do you enjoy a crunchy and crumbly snack every now and again? These are luxuries that not all astronauts have been able to enjoy in space, every drop and every crumb matters in zero gravity! #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Foods carry different and diverse arrays of microorganisms that are great for gut health, just another reason to eat a variety of veggies and produce! #nutr547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

It is difficult to test for minerals. Some minerals like calcium and magnesium are mostly found in bone, making blood levels an unreliable test of mineral status. Magnesium loading is a test getting us one step closer to a more accurate measurement of mineral status #Nutr547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

GMO’s: Good or Bad? Ever wonder where the insulin for diabetics comes from? It was pigs before we started making it in the lab thanks to GMO’s. Maybe GMO’s aren’t all good or all bad? #Nutr547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Are athletes more prone to iron deficiency? Research says: Possibly. But why? Turns out that the impact of pounding the pavement may burst some of your red blood cells, which hold iron. Step easy, cook in cast iron, and get your blood work checked if you are uncertain! #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

#NUTR547 Is the opposite of Intermittent Fasting, Intuitive Eating? Restricting when you allow yourself to eat versus listening to your body, which sounds healthier to you? Here are a few tips to help along the way:

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[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Choosing a diet to improve health OR change the reflection in the mirror? More often than not, weight loss follows good nutrition.Have you eaten 3-4 servings of fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy today? Start there before trying the latest fad diet #intermittentfasting #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Take care of your body and take care of your mind. Although more research needs to be done in the area, RED-S and The Female Athlete triad both emphasis the need for adequate energy intake in regards to health. #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Take these three tips with you to use as a road map in the confusing world of supplements!
1) Look for a USP or NSF logo
2) Only take the recommended amount
3) Ask your doctor or dietitian before adding any new supplements to your routine for safety reasons
#NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Autoimmune diseases have overlapping symptoms, and it is possible to have more than one. Quite frankly, having one autoimmune disease increases the chances of having another, like a person having Celiac's Disease possibly also having Irritable Bowel disease. #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

When giving nutrition education in groups or to individuals we need to treat all audiences sensitively in order to promote body positivity and health over looks or an ideal body to deter thoughts related to disordered eating or exercise dependence. #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Can you have too much of a good thing? Exercise, water, food, and relationships all contribute to a happy and healthy life, but we must find balance. Taking care of your mind, body, and spirit means understanding how you are feeling and why. #NUTR547

[Stephanie Cheyenne, Dietetic Intern @StephCheyenne]

Being busy doesn't mean being happy #findyourhappyplace