How should you portion your plate ?
Despite it being a Sunday, we are on Day 11 of the 20 Days in #YourPlateOurBusinessCampaign.
Let the nutrients balance according to the needs of the body, not the needs of the eyes.
#NutritionistKD | #NutritionCommandCentre | #YourPlateOurBusinessCampaign
5 high-volume foods that let you eat more while feeling light and lean:
🍉Watermelon: Pure hydration and delicious sweetness
🥒Cucumbers: Crisp, refreshing, and virtually zero effort to digest
🍿Popcorn (Air-popped): The ultimate crunchy snack volume
🍓Strawberries: Huge portions, tiny calorie footprint
🥬Spinach: Bulk up any meal or smoothie instantly
Eat more, feel amazing!
#VolumeEating #HealthyFood #WeightLossTips
Ealier this week @guguddetvuganda Health Program, with Ms Euniky, @uscrfuganda, we had a wonderful conversation around SCD.
Sickle cell disease remains a major public health challenge in Uganda, with an estimated 20,000 babies born with the condition every year.
The disease is particularly common in eastern and northern Uganda, where the sickle cell trait is more prevalent. Many children are diagnosed late, leading to preventable complications and deaths.
Uganda has made significant progress in tackling sickle cell disease, @uscrfuganda . The government, through the Ministry of Health, has expanded newborn screening, @MinofHealthUG , @DianaAtwine , strengthened diagnostic services @Microhaem , improved access to comprehensive care clinics, and increased public awareness about genetic counseling.
Partnerships with hospitals, universities, and development organizations have also supported research, training of health workers, and improved patient care.
Despite these efforts, challenges remain. Limited access to screening services, shortages of essential medicines, inadequate specialized clinics, low public awareness, and financial constraints continue to affect quality care. Many families also face stigma and misconceptions about the disease.
To address these gaps, Uganda needs to expand nationwide newborn screening, strengthen community education, improve availability of medicines and specialized services, and promote premarital and preconception genetic counseling.
Increased government funding and stronger partnerships with stakeholders are essential to improve the quality of life for people living with sickle cell disease and reduce its burden on families and the health system.
@sicklecell101@SCWarriorsInc@Stabex_Ug@Educ_SportsUg@mukulaa@WHOUganda
Ealier this week @guguddetvuganda Health Program, with Ms Euniky, @uscrfuganda, we had a wonderful conversation around SCD.
Sickle cell disease remains a major public health challenge in Uganda, with an estimated 20,000 babies born with the condition every year.
The disease is particularly common in eastern and northern Uganda, where the sickle cell trait is more prevalent. Many children are diagnosed late, leading to preventable complications and deaths.
Uganda has made significant progress in tackling sickle cell disease, @uscrfuganda . The government, through the Ministry of Health, has expanded newborn screening, @MinofHealthUG , @DianaAtwine , strengthened diagnostic services @Microhaem , improved access to comprehensive care clinics, and increased public awareness about genetic counseling.
Partnerships with hospitals, universities, and development organizations have also supported research, training of health workers, and improved patient care.
Despite these efforts, challenges remain. Limited access to screening services, shortages of essential medicines, inadequate specialized clinics, low public awareness, and financial constraints continue to affect quality care. Many families also face stigma and misconceptions about the disease.
To address these gaps, Uganda needs to expand nationwide newborn screening, strengthen community education, improve availability of medicines and specialized services, and promote premarital and preconception genetic counseling.
Increased government funding and stronger partnerships with stakeholders are essential to improve the quality of life for people living with sickle cell disease and reduce its burden on families and the health system.
@sicklecell101@SCWarriorsInc@Stabex_Ug@Educ_SportsUg@mukulaa@WHOUganda
Squats = brainpower! 🏋️♂️🧠
Sitting for 20 minutes straight is a silent drain on your executive function. But here's the good news:
A 2023 study in the Journal of Applied Physiology found that one minute of half-squats every 20 minutes rescues cerebral blood flow from the "sedentary slump." It re-oxygenates the prefrontal cortex, the seat of your focus and decision-making.
The Result of a 60-second "Interrupt":
🧠 Preserved blood flow to the brain.
⚡️ Sharpened executive function.
📈 Spiked concentration levels.
📉 Reduced mid-day mental fatigue.
Action plan:
The 20/1 Protocol: Set a timer for 20 minutes of focused work. When it pings, drop into 10-12 controlled half-squats. It’s the cheapest 'nootropic you'll find.
Source:
Horiuchi, Masahiro, Alice Pomeroy, Yoko Horiuchi, Keeron Stone, and Lee Stoner. “Effects of Intermittent Exercise during Prolonged Sitting on Executive Function, Cerebrovascular, and Psychological Response: A Randomized Crossover Trial.” Journal of Applied Physiology 135, no. 6 (December 1, 2023): 1421–1430
#BrainHealth
#MovementSnacks
The order in which you eat your food matters. Eating your protein and veggies before your carbs can reduce your post-meal insulin spike by up to 40%. Start with the salad and the steak; save the bread, rice, potato for last.
#BloodSugarBalance#NutritionTips#HealthyEating
Eat More Fruits and Vegetables. 🍎🥕
Drink Water Every Day. 💧
Control Your Portion Sizes. 🍽️
Reduce Salt and Sugar Intake. 🧂
Include Protein in Every Meal. 🥚🐟🫘
#YourPlateOurBusinessCampaign
Kamara Daniel – Nutritionist