Nutrition
The Top 10 Whys and Hows of Keeping a Food Diary
Of all of the behaviors a person might adopt to help them with weight management, perhaps none is more powerful than keeping a food diary. Unfortunately, to date, food diaries have proven themselves to be both misunderstood and misused. Here then are the top 10 whys and hows of keeping one and staying sane. 1.…
Read More10 Foods to Eat in 2017
For many dieters, the new year brings renewed fervor to make changes. Often it includes a list of foods to limit and avoid. We want you to start the new year on a positive note, so here is a list of foods we recommend eating more of. Here they are, in no particular order. 1.…
Read MoreBeing Fat – Not Just Your Fault
A survey recently conducted by researchers at the University of Chicago has found that people view obesity and cancer as the 2 most serious health issues plaguing Americans today. While cancer is immediately treated by a suite of medical professionals, obesity is often a medical orphan. More than than 35% of people who are obese…
Read MoreA Must-have Breakfast Staple for Every Home
This delicious and affordable staple has been dubbed a “superfood” because of its multiple nutritional benefits: * high in fiber * low in sodium and sugar * helps lower cholesterol * helps lower blood pressure * regulates blood sugar levels * improves the functioning of the immune system * reduces the risk of diabetes and…
Read MoreMore People are Cooking Homemade Meals
One of the reasons sales at fast food joints are dipping is that people are eating more at home. This is the best news we’ve read in a while, even if the reason is related to cost more than it is to health. The prices of food commodities like eggs and produce have come down…
Read MoreIs Fasting Effective for Weight Loss?
There is also a growing trend of celebrities and doctors promoting various fasting formats for weight loss, detox, and lifespan extension. Is there any truth to these claims? Let’s begin by clarifying: fasting can be a very dangerous approach to weight loss, because prolonged caloric restriction can lead to severe health problems and even death.…
Read MoreTequila Plant for Bone Strength?!?
We hope everyone is off to a good weekend! If you’re wondering what drink to have tonight, read on about a recently published study that may help you decide… Researchers in central Mexico have isolated chemical compounds found in the agave plant (raw material for tequila), that may prove to have more benefits that tasty…
Read MoreRoasting Veggies – What You Need to Know
Vegetables are nature’s gift to human health. Most people don’t get enough vegetables in their diet, and even when they do, the variety is usually limited to potatoes in the form of French fries. This is unfortunate as there are countless ways to prepare vegetables – raw, mixed into salads, steamed, cooked, broiled, roasted, grilled,…
Read MoreStay Away from Quest’s Latest Blueberry Muffin “Stud Muffin” Bar
Quest Nutrition is a very popular bar in dieting circles as it seems to have cracked the secret to success – it tastes good, is packed with protein and fiber, and is very low in sugar and fats. The latest addition to the bar family is a blueberry muffin flavor, which has been launched with…
Read MoreMushrooms are Not a Meat Alternative
At a recent barbecue, the host was gracious enough to offer his vegetarians guests grilled Portobello mushrooms. If you’ve ever had one, they are quite meaty and tasty. However, they are in no way an alternative to meat. The reason, of course, is that mushrooms are a poor source of protein. A 3-ounce mushroom has…
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