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Patricia Jurek, RD, MBA

Contributor since February 23, 2016 19 Posts

Patricia Jurek, RD, MBA, is the manager for Henry Ford Macomb Hospital’s Center for Weight Management. Passionate about preventative disease management, Pat became a registered dietitian to help people live long, healthy lives. When Pat isn’t busy helping patients at Henry Ford, she's teaching others as an Adjunct Teacher at Baker College while making sure to make time for her family and friends.

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Antioxidants: What's All The Hype About?

June 08, 2020: One wellness trend that has the science to back it up? Antioxidants. Here's why you should load up your plate with these nutritious foods.

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Diets To Try (And Ones To Avoid) In 2020

January 07, 2020: A Henry Ford registered dietitian explains what a diet is and why it's important to reframe your perspective when choosing a dietary approach for the ...

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Mindful Eating Vs. Dieting

June 18, 2019: A Henry Ford dietitian explains the difference between mindful eating and dieting and helps you learn to enjoy your meals.

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Healthy Cooking Methods

May 25, 2019: A Henry Ford dietitian explains food prep do’s and don’ts for healthy cooking methods and reducing the toxicity of your foods.

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7 Tips To Avoid Accidental Overeating

April 09, 2019: A Henry Ford expert explains why accidentally overeating is commonplace and offers tips for eating more mindfully.

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Are Natural Sugar Substitutes Healthier?

March 22, 2019: A Henry Ford expert highlights five natural sugar substitutes and offers strategies for reducing added sugars in the diet.

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10 Ways To Cut Hidden Calories From Your Day

August 14, 2018: Calories hide in unexpected places. An extra bite while cooking. Treats in the break room. Extra whipped cream on your iced mocha. Reduce your daily c...

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Are Cheat Days A Good Or Bad Idea

February 20, 2018: Many dieters like to allow themselves "cheat days" when they stray from their strict eating plan and indulge. But does this practice help or hurt prog...

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Hit A Weight-Loss Plateau? 8 Ways To Get Over It

January 24, 2018: Diet long enough and you’re bound to hit a point where the scale gets stuck. A dietitian and weight management expert offers tips to get over a ...

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