Do collagen powders strengthen your bones?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, and it helps build muscle and strengthen your bones, giving you […]
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Author name: Grace Rivers, RDN, CDCES
Author for Practical Dietitians | Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Grace Rivers is a well-seasoned registered dietitian nutritionist residing in Texas. She has more than 30 years of experience in the food and nutrition field. She is a co-author of two books. Grace shares what she has learned from her education and experience to help you be informed about nutrition and wellness.
Credentials
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
Education
- B.S. in Clinical Nutrition from UT Southwestern Medical Center
- CDCES certification
Experience
- 20 plus years in Diabetes Medical Nutrition Therapy
- 1.5 years blog writing experience for a diabetes website
- Co-author of the chapter, "Cooking for Diabetes Prevention" in the book Cooking for Health and Disease Prevention
- Two years teaching virtual diabetes classes
- Five years blog writing for Practical Dietitians, LLC
- Three years in kidney dialysis
- Five years in long-term care consulting
Recent Posts by Grace Rivers, RDN, CDCES:
My Peanut Butter has Sugar in It: Is that Bad for My Bones?
Eating peanut butter with added sugars is okay, and here is why. Peanut butter is a good source of plant
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Is My Protein Bar Helping My Bones?
Bars are convenient foods available at drug stores, grocery stores, hardware stores, gas stations, and convenience stores. You may hear
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Fun Facts about Avocados for Your Bones
Avocados help keep bones strong. Regarding women’s health, facts about avocados include the nutrients they provide to keep your bones
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What Women Should Know About Fruit and Bone Health
Women should know that fruit positively impacts their bones. The nutrients in fruit help keep your bones strong and dense,
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Better for Your Bones Salads
You search for convenient foods for lunch, intending to make a healthy choice for your bones to keep you satisfied.
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Mango vs Papaya: Which Has More Beta-Carotene for Your Bones?
Mango and papaya both provide beta-carotene and many other nutrients for you. Mango contributes 1060 mcg of beta-carotene, while papaya
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Does Broccoli Have Calcium and Does it Help Your Bones?
Broccoli not only delivers calcium but potassium, magnesium, folate, vitamin C, vitamin K, fiber and phytonutrients including beta-carotene for vitamin
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What is Cracked Wheat and Does it Benefit Your Bones?
Cracked wheat furnishes plant-based protein for bone and muscle-strengthening to support your skeleton. It also provides a range of B
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Are Vegetables Good for Bones?
Yes! Vegetables are good for your bones because they contribute calcium, potassium, and magnesium to support bone strengthening. And, of
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