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Energy: An Inside Look
We?re bombarded with advertisements for foods, beverages, and supplements to improve energy levels, increase focus and attention span, and get us through a mid-afternoon slump. Understanding the difference between the hype and the truth is key for optimum energy levels and good health.
How Can You Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle?
It?s National Nutrition Month, and this year?s theme is ?Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle.? Where do you want to start?
How Do Minerals Work: Part Two
Minerals are micronutrients, and we need them for good health. There are 15 different minerals that can be divided into two primary groups: macrominerals and trace minerals.
Tips to Help an Overweight Child
Recently, there has been a trend of putting young, overweight children on diets meant for adults. Diets are not meant for children. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends that children who are classified as overweight or obese maintain their current weight and only attempt to lose weight through calorie restriction if other risk factors for disease are present.
How Do Minerals Work? Part One
We don?t eat rocks or dirt, but did you know that they are actually an important part of the food chain? Minerals in the earth are absorbed by water and plants, and then we absorb those same minerals when we eat plants or drink water. We also get minerals when we eat or drink foods that come from animals that consumed the mineral-rich plants and water.
Snacking for Success
Are you a snacker? Most Americans are. We tend to eat throughout the day, rather than opting for three ?square? meals. You may think that snacking is a diet destroyer, but it can actually help you stay on track toward your health goal. The secret is in the snack you pick.
How Do Vitamins Work? Part Two
The How Do Vitamins Work? series continues with a closer look at fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. What do they do? What foods contain them? Get the answers in today's post...
Avoid or Reduce Inflammation: It?s Possible
Inflammation is the body?s response to infection, injury or irritant. It has been linked to many serious diseases, including heart disease, stroke, many cancers, arthritis, and Alzheimer?s disease.
Resistant Starch: A Different Type of Fiber
Starchy foods in general have a bad name, but resistant starch is bucking the trend. Why? Well, because it has tons of health benefits!
Nuts About Nuts: Part Two
Sarah Mohrman, RD, MA, is back, and this time she's brought more nuts! Check out this amazing guide to nuts: their health benefits, protein content, and much more!
6 Easy Steps for Healthful Eating
What is the Mediterranean Diet?
Get the basics of the Mediterranean diet, today!
Omega-3s for You and Me
We know that eating seafood high in omega-3 fatty acids is good for our health. Find out just how good they are in this post...
A European Approach to Balanced Eating
Balancing Diet and Exercise
Choosing a Plant-Based Diet: Part Two
Restaurant Problems
Choosing a Plant-Based Diet: Part One
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