There are dozens of different forms of genetic disorders of muscle, many of which are rare in the overall population. Major categories include muscular dystrophy, congenital myopathy and metabolic myopathy. At Kennedy Krieger, we have expertise in, and welcome those with, both rare and common disorders of muscle.
View as List 14 Keys to a Healthy Diet. Developing healthy eating habits isnât as confusing or as restrictive as many people imagine. The essential steps are to eat mostly foods derived from plantsâvegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes (beans, peas, lentils)âand limit highly processed foods.
Healthy eating starts with learning new ways to eat, such as adding more fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and cutting back on foods that have a lot of fat, salt, and sugar. A change to healthier eating also includes learning about balance, variety, and moderation. Aim for balance.