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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT

Registered Dietitian

San Diego, CA

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I'm pretty sure I've entered perimenopause. What are some things I can do to feel better and retain my youth (besides hormone replacement)?

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Daniela E. asked this

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Exactly! be careful. For example, when I realized that I was stressing about getting to yoga class on time I signed up for an online subscri...

What are some great recipes using Greek yogurt? I know it's a super healthy alternative to other ingredients.

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

I like to use it as a replacement for mayonnaise in salads with creamy dressings, pureed cottage cheese can also work

I'm pretty sure I've entered perimenopause. What are some things I can do to feel better and retain my youth (besides hormone replacement)?

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Daniela E. asked this

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Managing stress and demands may be one of the most powerful things you can do. If you are pushing stress hormone production, you are doing s...

I can't lose the last 5 lbs! What should I eliminate from my diet to lose the belly fat?

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Eat only real food, experiment with eliminating all food in a box or package for a couple of weeks if you can.

I recently discovered I have high cholesterol, are there any obvious foods I should avoid and others I need to include in my diet?

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OliveB asked this

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Here is a blog post I wrote about cholesterol:

Is it possible to develop lactose intolerance, or other types of food intolerance, as you get older? I now get an upset stomach from dairy.

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Yes indeed! The immune and digestive systems are dynamic and you can develop sensitivities or intolerances over time.

I’ve been hearing a lot about vitamin D and calcium supplements. What’s the deal with them, and do I need to take them every day?

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

A healthy diet and lifestyle combined with optimal nutrient status is the best way to preserve your bone health. Supplementation can be help...

Any tips for picking a healthy snack bar (like a granola bar)? What should I look for/avoid?

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Look for ingredients that are simple and easy to identify, a good snack bar should be made primarily of whole foods.

Any advice for weight loss with hypothyroidism and any tips to battle brittle hair that comes with it?

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Discovering your food intolerances is SO important for decreasing inflammation and restoring endocrine balance. It can also do wonders for y...

Been iron def. anemic for 4 years. Not currently and thyroid bloodwork was fine. Feeling very tired and losing lots of hair daily. Help!

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Kathleen Bundy, MS RD CLT (Registered Dietitian) answered

Are you malabsorbing nutrients? You might have something causing inflammation in your gut. What thyroid test/s were done? "fine" c...

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