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Why Sleep Matters More Than You Think

Laura Del Guerra RD, CDCES

Sleep is easy to overlook, especially when life gets busy. It’s often the first thing we sacrifice and the last thing we prioritize. But how well—and how long—you sleep plays a bigger role in your health than you might realize. Poor sleep isn’t just staying up too late. It can show up indifferent ways: not getting enough uninterrupted hours, waking up frequently during the night, or sleeping through the night but still feeling tired the next day.

What Dietitians Really Think About the Updated Food Guide

Take Control Staff

The updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans were recently released, creating buzz around the new graphic and some of the recommendations. The real issue isn't the graphics or buzz, it is how well the guidance works in the kitchens, grocery stores, and daily routines of real people.

A Gentle Guide to Eating More Fiber

Linda J Hogg RD, LN

If you’ve tried adding more fiber to your diet after eating low carb and ended up bloated, gassy, or just plain uncomfortable—you’re not alone. It’s a common experience, and it’s usually not because fiber is the problem, it’s because of how quickly it’s added.

Start Here to Prevent Corona Virus

Take Control Staff

The outbreak of COVID-19 in the U.S. has created a whirlwind of rumor, fear, hoarding behavior, and hearsay that can be distracting from the truly beneficial steps you can take to prepare yourself and your family during the outbreak. Straight-forward action is the best way to navigate the uncertainty. Here are five things you can do to start preparing for Corona Virus.

Take Control of Prediabetes

Laura Del Guerra, RD, CDE and Julie Walker, Take Control Staff

Your lab results come back, and as you look them over you notice an elevation of your hemoglobin A1c. If your A1c is between 5.7 and 6.4%, now is the time to take action.

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