Every other Wednesday in the Pacific Daily News, Giana Santos writes Wellness Wednesdays, a column offering suggestions to live a balanced lifestyle. Giana is the health educator and nutrition counselor at TakeCare. She is also a certified nutrition and wellness consultant and is a credentialed indigenous lactation counselor. Giana’s most recent columns are below and linked to the original columns at guampdn.com.
Question? Contact Giana at: giana.santos@takecareasia.com.
Building a healthier community at the breast - May 14, 2025
Did you know a mother’s body produces the perfect food for their baby? While pregnancy gets most of the attention, lactation—the body’s remarkable ability to produce milk—might be one of nature’s most extraordinary biological processes. Yet for something so natural, breastfeeding often comes with unexpected challenges and misconceptions. Let’s explore the fascinating science behind lactation and why supporting breastfeeding mothers matters to everyone.
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The science of eating for peak performance - May 28, 2025
Have you ever felt sluggish halfway through your workout, or during a long run? It may be time to take a look at what’s on your plate before you lace up your shoes. While exercise routine is important, do not overlook the critical science of pre-workout nutrition that could boost performance. The timing and composition of what you eat before exercise might be the fitness prep that could elevate your workout. Your body’s energy systems don’t operate in isolation from your diet. Your muscles are the body’s high-performance engines that require the right fuel at the right time.
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