by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jul 17, 2026 | Volume 11, Issue 7
If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen videos promoting chia seeds as the latest health miracle. Influencers are adding them to smoothies, making chia puddings, stirring them into water, and even eating spoonfuls of dry chia...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jul 17, 2026 | Volume 11, Issue 7
One of the greatest advantages of living in Orange County, New York, is having access to an abundance of fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, meats, dairy products, and other farm-fresh foods. From crisp apples and sweet corn to tomatoes, berries, leafy...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jun 20, 2026 | Volume 11, Issue 6
For decades, protein guidance has centered on one simple goal: avoid deficiency. The longstanding Recommended Dietary Allowance of about 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight was designed to prevent malnutrition in a healthy, mostly sedentary adult. It was never meant...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Mar 1, 2026 | Volume 11, Issue 3
When we think about healthcare, we often think about medications, procedures, and doctor visits. But one of the most powerful tools for protecting and improving our health is something we use every single day: food. Nutrition plays a central role in nearly every...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Dec 12, 2025 | Volume 10, Issue 12
The holiday season is a wonderful time of year, a chance to reconnect with loved ones, reflect on meaningful traditions, and enjoy some well-deserved celebrations. But it can also be a time when healthy habits slide. Cold weather, busy schedules, rich meals, and...
