Posts by Josh Woodruff
Plant-Centric Eating: What, Why, and How
The plant-centric eating trend continues to grow with more and more consumers searching for plant-based options on shelves and menus. Sales of plant-based foods and drinks have sky-rocketed the past couple years, making it more than a $7 billion dollar industry. Why has plant-centric eating gained so much popularity in recent years? Read on to…
Read MoreAt Home Exercise
As many of us discover during the first weeks of any new year, establishing an exercise routine can be challenging. Starting and maintaining any new habit, including exercise, is difficult. During the winter especially, the weather is often a barrier to achieving exercise goals. Joined a gym? Slick roads may prevent you from getting there.…
Read MoreNew Year’s Holiday Closures
Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed or closing early on Friday, Dec. 31 and Saturday, January 1, 2022. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy 2022! New Year’s Eve • Friday. December…
Read MoreChristmas Holiday Closures
Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed or closing early for Christmas on Friday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec. 25. We wish you and your family a merry Christmas, and a happy and healthy holiday! Christmas Eve…
Read More2020 Employee and Leader of the Year
Boone Health announced its 2020 Employee of the Year and Leader of the Year at our Service Awards ceremony on Friday, December 3, 2021. 2020 Employee of the Year Emily Wood, Staff Nurse, Women’s & Children’s Health Emily was recognized for her attentiveness to her patients, positive attitude, attention to detail, and support for her…
Read MoreHandling The Holidays
Holiday meals after bariatric surgery present themselves with a unique set of challenges. Do I still strive for my protein and fluid goals? Should I avoid alcohol? Can I have my favorite foods? Trying to navigate nutrition during the holiday season can be confusing. Here are a few tips to get you through. Protein and…
Read MoreThanksgiving Holiday Closures
Boone Health is always here to improve the health of the people and communities we serve, but some of our clinics and services will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26. We wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday! Closed Thursday, Nov. 25 All Boone Health Medical Group…
Read MorePriority: Protein
From a weight loss surgery patient’s first visit in our office through every pre and post op visit, one of the main topics of discussion is protein. Are you getting adequate protein? What types of protein are you consuming? Are you spreading out protein consumption throughout the day? These are all important questions for us…
Read MoreEmotional Health
Emotions play a significant role in weight management. Most people think of the psychological contributor – emotional eating – when it comes emotions and weight. There are also hormones involved in emotions, especially stress, that promote weight gain in physiological ways. Cortisol is one of two primary hormones released during times of stress. When we…
Read MoreThe Importance of Food Logging
Most people have a love/hate relationship with food logging. Some view it as cumbersome, time consuming, and simply difficult to remember to do. Others find it quite helpful, allowing them to stay on track and achieve their goals. As a registered dietitian, I am aware of the research supporting the benefits of food logging. In…
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