Shield HealthCare is committed to providing excellent customer service and keeping you informed of important product changes. Beginning July 2023, Kate Farms is introducing an update to both their product packaging and their labels. Read below for more information on these changes. What is changing: Product packaging. You will see new graphics on cartons and… Continue reading Kate Farms: Fresh New Look and Label Updates

In the age of social media, it’s hard to avoid scrolling past someone who is trying to promote the latest nutrition fad. These people are often boasting a “nutritionist” or “health coach” title. When trying to find someone to rely on for nutrition support and education, it is important to know who to turn to… Continue reading Registered Dietitian (RD) vs Nutritionist, and Why It Matters

Did you know the Shield RD Team recently went to ASPEN? No, not beautiful Colorado. They attended the 2023 ASPEN Nutrition Science & Practice Conference in (viva!) Las Vegas. It was our second time in the past two years to attend the conference. Why do we go, and what is ASPEN? ASPEN (American Society for… Continue reading ASPEN Nutrition Science & Practice Conference

Note for Healthcare Professionals: Have you recently diagnosed or treated a patient with developmental delay or several delays? As part of a treatment plan, you may be asking your patient’s caregivers to closely monitor the child’s nutrition intake. Below is an explanation of what to expect, geared towards families of a newly-diagnosed child. You have… Continue reading Nutritional Support for Children with Developmental Delays

The gut microbiome refers to the community of microorganisms that live in the human digestive tract. These microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes. The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in human health, influencing everything from digestion to immunity to mental health. In this blog, we will explore the importance of the gut… Continue reading Gut Microbiome: The Connection Between Your Guts and Your Brain

The quality of food we consume plays a pivotal role in our overall wellness, but what is lesser known is the importance of when we eat these foods.

On March 17, 2023, Perrigo announced a voluntary recall of some Gerber Good Start SoothePro Powdered Infant Formula in the U.S. The product is being recalled out of an abundance of caution due to potential presence of Cronobacter sakazakii.

Happy National Nutrition Month! Every March, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages people to make informed food choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits to be followed all year long. National Nutrition Month® started in 1973 as National Nutrition Week, and by the end of the decade, the weekly observance had expanded… Continue reading Fuel For the Future

This Feb. 6-10, 2023, we’re celebrating the thirteenth annual Feeding Tube Awareness Week® with the Feeding Tube Awareness Foundation. Feeding Tube Awareness Week was created to increase awareness and educate the public on the lifesaving benefits of enteral nutrition. A feeding tube is a medical intervention that provides essential nutrition and hydration. More than 200… Continue reading Happy Feeding Tube Awareness Week!

Nutrition Guidance For A Higher Quality Of Life Did you know that Shield Healthcare has an entire section of their online community dedicated to nutrition? This resource has been very informative for me when I’m searching for answers, guidance, or maybe just tips for new ways to prepare foods I already enjoy. I am always… Continue reading Top Articles for Nutritional Guidance