Author: Zorida

  • The Autoimmune Protocol Diet – posted to happyhealthythings.com

    Here is the link if you would like to see the article on happyhealthythings.com The Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet is a dietary approach designed for individuals with autoimmune conditions, symptoms, or inflammation (1). The goal is to undergo a period of restriction, focusing on eating anti-inflammatory foods, and then reintroduce…

  • How to Overcome Barriers and Become a Fitness Person

    So you are browsing social media, and maybe you see a post of someone in the gym and think to yourself, “wow, I want to be like that: she/he is fit, has the motivation to get to the gym, and has so much confidence in her/himself. I want to be…

  • Why Did I Receive Insulin at the Hospital If I’m Not Diabetic? Article Posted to the MedReport Foundation

    There are many reasons why someone, who does not have diabetes, may have insulin on their medication list while in the hospital. This article will describe some, but not all reasons why this might be the case and in simple language. It is important to consult your healthcare provider in…

  • The Different Roles between a Doctor and a Nurse Published to the MedReport Foundation

    The Different Roles between a Doctor and a Nurse Published to the MedReport Foundation

    The Different Roles between a Doctor and a Nurse Written by Zorida Castro, BSN, RN Illustration depicting multiple healthcare professionals (1) Whether you are in the hospital or a clinic setting, you may see someone in scrubs and wonder whether they are a doctor, a nurse, or someone else; it…

  • Encouragement for the Military Spouse Wanting to go to Nursing School 

    Encouragement for the Military Spouse Wanting to go to Nursing School 

    This November, I thought I might write a small note of encouragement for the military spouse who is looking to go to nursing school. Nursing school can be very daunting and a huge time commitment. The military is not exactly flexible in terms of our own personal ambitions. For some,…

  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Article Published to the MedReport Foundation

    Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Article Published to the MedReport Foundation

    You can click the link here to find the article or read the contents below. What to Expect from a Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Written by Zorida Castro, BSN, RN Image depicting the size of post-operative dressed wounds for laparoscopic cholecystectomy (1). This article is for those looking for an educational resource,…

  • My Nursing Journey

    My Nursing Journey

    Zorida, standing outside the iconic Duke University Chapel for nursing school graduation.