Nutrition Counseling

At BHC, physicians counsel all patients on nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Physicians at BHC educate patients according to their race, gender, and illness on how to eat healthy. Physicians suggest our patients eat:

• Vegetables (With a high concentration on green leafy vegetables)

• Fruits (fruits with high sugar should be eaten in moderation, especially for diabetics)

• Healthy Meats with low fat and high protein (White meat Chicken, Fish, Lean Beef, and Lean Pork)

• Dairy products with low fat

• Drinking plenty of water or beverages with little or no sugar

Our physicians recommend avoiding:

• Carbohydrates (Carbs made from wheat instead of flour is recommended)

• Fried foods

• Unhealthy Meats (Heavy intake of fatty pork, beef, or chicken can lead to serious health problems related to the heart)

• Dairy products with high fat content such as cheeses, whole milk, ice cream should always be eaten in moderation

• Drinks with a high sugar content

• Alcohol and tobacco usage due to severe health risks related to both