Stephanie Silveira Archives - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network

As a graduate student learning more about the disability community with GoWoman, I was surprised to learn that many people who use wheelchairs have no

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Living in a 'food desert': Tips to help maintain a healthy lifestyle

September 27, 2016October 7, 2016Center for Research on Women with Disabilities, CROWD, food deserts, GoWoman, Houston, Nutrition and Wellness, Stephanie Silveira

Having convenient access to fresh, healthy food options can easily be taken for granted. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 2.3 million Americans

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Adapting MyPlate guidelines to fit your nutritional needs

August 23, 2016October 7, 2016Center for Research on Women with Disabilities, GoWoman, Houston, MyPlate, Nutrition, Nutrition and Wellness, Rachel Markley, Stephanie Silveira

Most of us remember the food pyramid that we were taught as kids in school. In 2011, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) replaced the

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Keep it safe while breaking a sweat

August 2, 2016June 13, 2018Center for Research on Women with Disabilities, CROWD, Exercise, Fitness, GoWoman, Healthcare, Houston, Stephanie Silveira, Summer

Concerns about safety can be a real barrier to exercise for people with physical disabilities. Knowing what your safety risks are can open possibilities for