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3 Cancer Risk Reduction Strategies
The National Cancer Institute has revealed that some risk factors for cancer can be controlled. Choosing the right health behaviors and preventing exposure to certain environmental risk factors can help prevent cancer development. In other words, taking steps can reduce your risk of cancer is possible. Let’s look at some specific strategies.
Pleasure versus Hunger Eating
The research on cravings suggests that eating for pleasure versus hunger may drive us to crave highly palatable foods.
Tips for Reducing Ultra-Processed Foods
In light of the apparent link between ultra-processed food and leptin resistance in women, you may need to check in with your audience about their eating patterns. But what should healthcare providers advise? Consider the following…
A Dietitian's Insight About Functional Ingredients
Do indulgent foods like cookies and crunchy snacks that contain functional ingredients actually promote health, or is the inclusion of functional ingredients more of a marketing strategy?
What Are Functional Ingredients?
Functional foods can provide additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition. Think fermented foods like kefir or sauerkraut that contain probiotics, or berries that are high in antioxidants. Including functional foods as part of your daily food choices is an excellent strategy to improve overall health…
Snack-A-Meal
Snacking instead of sitting for a meal is on the rise, so let’s take a look at the pros and cons of this approach…
Research Highlight: Ultra-processed Food Intake Linked with Leptin Resistance in Women
A recent study indicates that women who consumed more ultra-processed foods are more susceptible to leptin resistance and could have changes in their gut bacteria. Leptin resistance is linked with pro-inflammatory conditions, neuroinflammation, and metabolic disorders, including obesity…
Protein Comparison Charts & Handouts
Here is a chart of common sources of protein, both animal and plant. I think you’ll find a few surprises. Did you know that plant protein is lower in calories and higher in fiber? It’s also (usually) lower in cost.
Don’t miss the printable PDF handout on protein comparisons — as well as the original excel file for any changes you might want to make.
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Farmers' Market Success: 6 Tips for the Best Trips
Farmers' markets offer tons of resources for making healthful and delicious meals, but sometimes getting started at the market can be a bit daunting. You're in luck, though, because a few simple tips and tricks can turn the experience from overwhelming to downright fun!
Greens
If you are tired of romaine, iceberg and grocery store lettuce and greens, wait until you see the list of items we just found in a farmer's market. Braising, salad, sprouts and so many flavors await!
Help Your Clients Make the Best of the Body’s Protein Drive
Much of the food in a typical Western diet has less protein, so we eat more of it in order to get what our bodies crave. To help your clients who struggle with overweight and obesity, try the following tips…
MyPlate for National Nutrition Month®
The theme for National Nutrition Month® this year is “Fuel for the Future.” MyPlate’s messages dovetail beautifully with that theme, so let’s take a look at how your clients can use MyPlate to fuel their futures!
New and Controversial Guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics
Over 14 million US kids are impacted by obesity, making it one of the most common chronic diseases in children, and yet American Academy of Pediatrics may have gone too far in their latest set of recommendations. What do you think?
Sustainable Eating Made Simple
Sustainability is a complex global issue that centers around solving global warming and feeding future population growth. The good news is that there are many things we can do as consumers to make small changes that have a significant impact. Our health will benefit, too. Pick a few items on this list and see what works for you.
Should You Be Drinking Kombucha?
You’ve probably seen colorful bottles of kombucha in the supermarket. What are these concoctions that tout all kinds of health benefits? Should you include them in your eating pattern?
Vegan Taco
Tempeh has come a long way since its earliest days of being compressed fermented soybeans. You can find artisan types made with all kinds of legumes and seeds. Once it is fried in a pan, it tastes like a rich, umami-laced, mushroom "scrapple" and takes on the flavors of any dish. This taco bursts with flavors from spicy to acid to umami.
Vegetarian Tempeh Bowl
Tempeh has come a long way since its earliest days of being compressed fermented soybeans. You can find artisan types made with all kinds of legumes and seeds. Once it is fried in a pan, it tastes like a wonderful mushroom "scrapple" and takes on the flavors of any dish.
Another Possible Cause of Obesity
Our bodies have a strong appetite for protein, but we overeat fats and carbohydrates instead. Why? Find out in the latest from Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD.
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