Have you heard of the trendy medication that has taken Hollywood by a storm? If you are keeping up with the news, you know the medical drug I am talking about! This injectable medication is called Ozempic and it has risen in popularity due to its weight loss benefits. Multiple influencers and celebrities like ElonContinue Reading»
Fiber – What is it?Maybe you have heard of Fiber. Maybe you haven’t. Have you heard of Vegetables? Have you heard of Plants? These are the two most common sources of Fiber, though they are not the only ones out there that humans can consume. Fiber is explained to be “roughage” or “bulk”. Fiber hasContinue Reading»
You have probably seen the latest trend and all the hype around greens powders, or supplemental vegetable powders. There are many popular brands out there and they all claim to help reach your daily vegetable and fruit intake. Too good to be true? Let’s take a closer look.What are they?There are endless brands of theseContinue Reading»
Do you struggle with muscle cramps, migraines, anxiety, poor sleep, or constipation? A magnesium deficiency may be the culprit! It is estimated that about 75% of Americans are deficient in magnesium. This is a shocking amount given that magnesium is involved in over 300 biochemical reactions in our bodies! In order to understand why magnesium is soContinue Reading»
Let’s Talk Sugar AlcoholsHave you ever heard of them? Sugar alcohols are not sugar, they are not alcohol, they are one of their own. Sugar Alcohols are polyols and are ingredients that are used as sweeteners. They do come naturally from plant products such as fruits and berries. Sounds pretty good, huh? You might recognizeContinue Reading»
What do you think of when you hear the word “fat”?Most of the time this term has a negative connotation, right?.. Well, I am here to tell you that fat is essential in your diet! Your body NEEDS fats! Fats are essential to the development of the human body. Brain and muscle development requires fats. HormoneContinue Reading»
The topic we are covering today is going to be a total snoozefest… but I will try to keep it interesting! Today we are talking about sleep. According to the CDC, 1 in 3 American adults do not get enough sleep. Over the years, sleep has become optional rather than critical to our overall healthContinue Reading»
The Hot TopicShould you take supplements or should you avoid supplements? There is no “one good answer” or “one size fits all answer” here. Let’s break it down. What are Supplements?Supplements or Vitamins are capsules, gummies, liquids, sublinguals, or topicals that are utilized by humans to add nutrients to their diet. Vitamins are a typeContinue Reading»
Who is the new Physician Assistant at Berman Health and Wellness?Hello everyone! My name is Mierlyn Toledo, PA-C (my first name is pronounced Merlin – I can thank my parents for that!) I completed my Bachelor of Health Science from the University of Florida and my Master in Physician Assistant Studies from South University. AfterContinue Reading»
Who is the Nutritionist at Berman Health and Wellness?Allow me to introduce myself! My name is Stacey Justiniano, BSDN, CPT. I am a graduate from Florida International University’s Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition program and I am also a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer. I am on the roadContinue Reading»