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Mocktail
A Paloma is a traditional cocktail made with tequila, grapefruit juice, lime, and soda water. This mocktail version gives a sophisticated taste without the alcohol.
What Are You Putting in Your Coffee?
Here is a list of common coffee drink additives along with their approximate calorie counts per serving. An ounce of creamer is about 2 tablespoons, while a “free pour” can often be 2 to 3 times this amount:
Family Meals On A Board
A grazing board dinner offers flexibility, variety, and a fun dining experience. With an assortment of proteins, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, nuts, and spreads, it allows everyone to create their own balanced meal, catering to diverse tastes and dietary needs. This style of dining encourages social interaction, as guests can sample and share different combinations. It's an excellent way to introduce new foods, reduce cooking stress, and minimize the need for elaborate meal prep. Plus, its beautiful presentation adds an elegant touch, making any evening feel special.
After 2 years, a Plant-Based Diet, Lifestyle Changes Continue to Net Benefits in those with OA
Having lived with both rheumatoid and osteoarthritis for over 30 years, I literally can say, “I feel your pain” when I meet with clients with similar conditions. Through trial and error, my disease has waxed and waned with the need for medication being less and less. A nutritious diet plays a big part in pain management.
Less is Best When it Comes to Alcohol in those Over 60
Perhaps it’s time for a mocktail at your next happy hour? A new study published in JAMA discovered higher mortality in older drinkers even with “low-risk” (AKA moderate) alcohol intake. The study was done to evaluate the link between alcohol intake patterns and 12-year mortality and its modification by health-related or socioeconomic risk factors.
Something’s Brewing with Coffee and Your Brain
Consuming over three cups of coffee daily has been linked with more rapid cognitive decline over time suggests a recent large study. Researchers evaluated the effect of different amounts of tea and coffee on fluid intelligence- a combo platter of cognitive functions such as abstract reasoning, pattern recognition, and logical thinking.
Swap Your Way to Whole Foods
Here are some easy swaps to replace ultra-processed foods with whole, nutritious alternatives:
MyPlate Simple Holiday Tips
These MyPlate tips can help you enjoy a balanced and delicious holiday season while nourishing your body!
From Patch to Plate: Pumpkin 101
Pumpkin is a nutrient-rich, low-calorie vegetable that offers numerous health benefits. It's packed with vitamins A, C, and E, which support immune function, skin health, and eye health, along with potassium and fiber for heart health and digestion. The antioxidants in pumpkin, such as beta-carotene and lutein, help protect cells from damage, reduce inflammation, and may lower the risk of chronic diseases. With its high fiber and water content, pumpkin is also filling and hydrating. Here are tips for selection and preparation:
Plant-based Diet shows Improvement and Medication Reduction in RA
As part of the “Plants for Joints” study, the diet intervention study recently published in the British Medical Journal, improvements were also noted for individuals with autoimmune rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Sense of belonging impacts food choices
Being a part of a group has many positive benefits. A recent study out of Florida University suggests that having a sense of belonging to a social group may also significantly affect our food choices, which could push us towards more nutritious options.
Drop The Cookie: Ultra-Processed Food Intake Increases Risk For Stroke
The relationship between intake of highly palatable, ultra-processed foods like soda, chips, and cookies is well established with the risk of weight gain and heart disease. New research now suggests these beverages and foods may pose a higher risk of having a stroke.
Seeking snacks after a big meal? It may have nothing to do with appetite!
Have you ever started rooting around in your pantry immediately after a delicious dinner? Don’t blame your appetite. New research suggests you may have overactive food-seeking neurons in your brain.
War for Health Fought and Won In The Kitchen
Every day, the war on health is fought in the kitchen, where we decide what to nourish ourselves with. The stakes are high, but so are the rewards. By making small, consistent changes—choosing whole foods over processed options, embracing cultural food wisdom, and being mindful of our eating habits—we can ensure lasting victories in the fight for better health.
Protein .58 per serving - with meal prep idea
Here is an easy way to make hard-boiled eggs that peel well. Eggs are about $3-4 per dozen so one serving (2 eggs) averages about .58 cents. If you hard boil them ahead of time you can use them on salads, bowls, ramen, and pita pockets. Win!
Fall Soup Ideas
Here are some comforting fall soup ideas that make the most of seasonal produce and flavors.
Can reducing isoleucine help you eat more, weigh less, and increase longevity?
You may have heard that a calorie is a calorie, but new research by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health study suggests not all calories are the same.
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