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How Can I Increase My Physical Activity? Ask a Nutritionist.

May 28, 2019 Comments Off on How Can I Increase My Physical Activity? Ask a Nutritionist.
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Joanne M. Gallivan, M.S., R.D.N. is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist and volunteer at Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. Prior to joining the Clinic, she served as the Director of the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). There’s no time like the present to make physical activity a regular part of the…

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What is a Healthy Blood Pressure for a Healthy Heart? Ask a Nutritionist.

Apr 18, 2019 Comments Off on What is a Healthy Blood Pressure for a Healthy Heart? Ask a Nutritionist.
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, puts you at a greater risk of heart disease. Many people who have it don’t know it. It’s important to have your blood pressure checked routinely. If your blood pressure stays higher than 130/80 for a period of time, it can cause serious…

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How Should I Adapt My Diet for Spring? Ask a Nutritionist.

Apr 2, 2019 Comments Off on How Should I Adapt My Diet for Spring? Ask a Nutritionist.
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Joanne M. Gallivan, M.S., R.D.N. is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist and volunteer at Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. Prior to joining the Clinic, she served as the Director of the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). It’s Springtime! With spring finally arriving, it’s time to take stock of your current eating…

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Am I at Risk for Diabetes? Ask a Nutritionist.

Mar 6, 2019 Comments Off on Am I at Risk for Diabetes? Ask a Nutritionist.
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Joanne M. Gallivan, M.S., R.D.N. is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist and volunteer at Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. Prior to joining the Clinic, she served as the Director of the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). Did you know that one in three Americans are at high risk for developing type…

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10 Tips for a Healthy Heart: Ask a Nutritionist.

Feb 14, 2019 Comments Off on 10 Tips for a Healthy Heart: Ask a Nutritionist.
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Joanne M. Gallivan, M.S., R.D.N. is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist and volunteer at Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. Prior to joining the Clinic, she served as the Director of the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). February isn’t just for Valentines – it’s also American Heart Month! Heart disease is the…

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What’s a Reasonable Weight loss Goal? Ask a Nutritionist.

Jan 9, 2019 Comments Off on What’s a Reasonable Weight loss Goal? Ask a Nutritionist.
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Joanne M. Gallivan, M.S., R.D.N. is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist and volunteer at Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic. Prior to joining the Clinic, she served as the Director of the National Diabetes Education Program (NDEP). Setting a lofty New Year’s Resolution? Think again! Have you started off the new year…

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How You Did It: One Staff Member’s Weight Loss Journey

Oct 23, 2018 Comments Off on How You Did It: One Staff Member’s Weight Loss Journey
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic regularly treats patients who experience hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure and other chronic diseases associated with excess weight. Despite the recommendation to lose weight for disease management and better health outcomes, the process of adapting to a new lifestyle and diet can be…

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What Questions Should I Ask My Doctor?

Jul 11, 2018 Comments Off on What Questions Should I Ask My Doctor?
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

Do you have a doctor’s appointment coming up? You may think that your physician can assess your health just by examining you – but it’s just as important to talk to your physician about your lifestyle during your check up, as well as to ask questions regarding your care, lab…

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Men’s Health: What You Need to Monitor

Jun 5, 2018 Comments Off on Men’s Health: What You Need to Monitor
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

June is National Men’s Health Awareness Month, and it’s important to evaluate health issues commonly experienced by men as they enter adulthood and middle age. If you have not visited your primary health physician for some time, you may wish to schedule an appointment at your health care clinic in…

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12 Healthy Late-Night Snacks

Apr 23, 2018 Comments Off on 12 Healthy Late-Night Snacks
September 14 @ 11:03 pm

It happens: You have a perfectly satisfying dinner, finish up some chores around the home or spend time with the family, and eventually settle in to watch your favorite program or the news. Hunger strikes. Could it be that watching the television triggers snack pangs? Could be. Perhaps you didn’t…

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