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I must admit, I LOVE chocolate! And, for me, it’s truly one of the many pleasure of life. Want to hear some good news about chocolate? A chocolate a day may help keep the doctor at bay! That’s right! Here’s the skinny: Cocoa beans are rich in flavonoids that provide antioxidant powers. In addition to their antioxidant potential, flavanoids are shown to have vascular health benefits which may help lower blood pressure, keep blood from forming dangerous clots and improve … continued…
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As a dietitian, I often have patients tell me, “I never eat red meat.” Usually this is followed by a shy smile because they are so proud of that change … because, more times than not, it was really hard to make. I hate to do it, but I have to shatter that pride and tell them that all of their pain from restricting red meat wasn’t necessary! The key is to pick the right kinds of red meat. A … continued…
We recently received this question in a blog comment from Joy S: I had pretty much eliminated fast food from my diet until I began “team driving” on the road with my husband. It’s extremely difficult to find healthy food in truck stops. I’d appreciate some tips for eating healthy while traveling. Happy New Year, Joy S. Well, Joy, we know that we live in a fast-paced world, and it is not always realistic to completely cut restaurant eating/eating on … continued…
In honor of National Trivia Day, it’s time to test your nutrition knowledge! Give our quiz a try for a chance to win a $1 off Laura’s Lean Beef coupon. You have until Wednesday (TODAY) at 4 p.m. EST to submit your answers in the comments section below. 1. Although high in fat and calories, avocado are a great choice because they can help: a. lower blood cholesterol b. treat athlete’s foot c. reduce blood pressure d. keep your kidney’s … continued…
Add a burst of color, flavor and nutrients to your winter routine by eating winter fruits. These are great to incorporate into your holiday recipes and can even be good to give as gifts because most have a long shelf life. Pomegranates – high in Vitamin A, C and fiber. This fruit is loaded with antioxidants and has a long storage life too. It can be a little intimidating the first time you attempt to prepare it. Check out this youtube … continued…
The holiday season is in full bloom, and I love it! But, it always comes with a little fear of weight gain … This year, I have decided to launch a “No Weight Gain Campaign.” This means get out the scale now, step on it and try to maintain your weight through the holidays. Awareness is key! Of course, I check my weight first thing in the morning, before getting in the shower, to make sure I am as light … continued…
This is my absolute favorite season. I love the crisp weather, decorating for the holidays, boots and sweaters and most of all … SOUPS! As the temperature drops, I start craving warm, comforting foods. This year, I’m trying to remind myself that comfort can be found with less calories! Soup can be a great thing if you are trying to lose weight, because it’s hot so you have to eat it slowly, load it with veggies and the liquid is … continued…
Winter squash can and should be used for more than just decorating! And, now that everyone is taking down all their fall decorations and replacing them with twinkling lights and holiday cheer, I thought I’d share a few ideas with you! Winter squash include a large variety such as butternut, spaghetti, acorn, pumpkin, turban and the list goes on. They have a multitude of bumps, colors and twists, and, to me, they are often so ugly they are pretty if … continued…
So Barb shared some great ideas for not letting Halloween get the best of our bodies, I especially love her dose of reality that Halloween is one day not a week! If you are reading this blog then you probably care about sharing healthy living with other people and setting an example for kids so that could mean passing out a non-candy treat. Don’t get me wrong, Halloween should be fun and having a little candy is fine but since … continued…
School’s back in session, and a common question parents ask is whether or not they should pack their child’s lunch. My vote is to go with a combination of school lunch and packing. The National School Lunch Program receives federal funding, so they must meet nutrition requirements set by the Dietary Guidelines. This means total fat must be less than 30%, saturated fat less than 10% and the lunch must provide 1/3 of the day’s Recommended Dietary Allowance for Vitamin … continued…