Nutrition

Family nurse practitioner Lisa Varnado's favorite health tip is to shop the perimeter of the grocery store. This is where all of the fresh whole foods can be found! Looking for a family health provider? Lisa Varnado is currently accepting new patients at NorthShore's Merrillville clinic. Learn more about Lisa at https://northshorehealth.org/doctor/lisa-varnado-fnp/ NorthShore Health Centers – building a healthy community, one patient at a time!

Practical nutrition guidance covering balanced plate-building, whole grains, lean proteins, dairy, and iron — plus tips for eating breakfast, packing lunch, and making healthy meal habits stick.