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What is trans fat? Trans fat is made when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oil – a process called hydrogenation. Why is trans fat bad? Trans fat raises LDL cholesterol, which increases your risk for coronary heart disease. It has also been shown to lower HDL, which helps remove LDL from arteries. Where is trans ... Trans Fat and Fast Food
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Trans Fat and Fast Food
What is trans fat? Trans fat is made when manufacturers add hydrogen to vegetable oil – a process called hydrogenation. Why is trans fat bad? Trans fat raises LDL cholesterol, which increases your risk for coronary heart disease. It has also been shown to lower HDL, which helps remove LDL from arteries. Where is trans ... Trans Fat and Fast Food
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“Would you like an apple pie with that?” My teeth grit each time I hear it. And, I hear it often because I prefer fountain diet cokes at fast food restaurants instead of bottles or cans, and the cashiers at McDonald’s are required to say that with every order ...
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Suggestive Selling: Would You Like an Apple Pie with That?
“Would you like an apple pie with that?” My teeth grit each time I hear it. And, I hear it often because I prefer fountain diet cokes at fast food restaurants instead of bottles or cans, and the cashiers at McDonald’s are required to say that with every order ...
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People are often surprised to see me in the line at a fast food restaurant. I may be “Dr. Jo”, but I’m still just your average “Jo.” And, the average Joe here in the US (according to the National Restaurant Association) eats out five times a week! So, how...
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6 Strategies for Dining Out Healthfully
People are often surprised to see me in the line at a fast food restaurant. I may be “Dr. Jo”, but I’m still just your average “Jo.” And, the average Joe here in the US (according to the National Restaurant Association) eats out five times a week! So, how...
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Shop Wiser and Bring Home Less Sodium! Many foods in the grocery store are laden with a lot of added sodium. Here are the danger foods along with ideas of how to make better substitutions to lower the amount of sodium you eat: Canned foods - most canned foods are very high in sodium. Soups, ... Make Better Choices to Lower Salt
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Make Better Choices to Lower Salt
Shop Wiser and Bring Home Less Sodium! Many foods in the grocery store are laden with a lot of added sodium. Here are the danger foods along with ideas of how to make better substitutions to lower the amount of sodium you eat: Canned foods - most canned foods are very high in sodium. Soups, ... Make Better Choices to Lower Salt
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10 Ways to Go Green: 1. Hearts - romaine hearts are economical and easy to “cut to order” during the week. We find they last longer than bagged lettuce. 2. Apples - use green for des- serts, snacks and salads. 3. Pears - in season now 4. Broccoli, broccoli...
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Food News: 10 Ways to Go Green, Food Away Calories
10 Ways to Go Green: 1. Hearts - romaine hearts are economical and easy to “cut to order” during the week. We find they last longer than bagged lettuce. 2. Apples - use green for des- serts, snacks and salads. 3. Pears - in season now 4. Broccoli, broccoli...
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February is Heart Month. Here are three things you can pack on your journey to heart health: 1. Pack your lunch: Save money, time, calories and fat by bringing your lunch instead of eating at restaurants. Use low-fat chicken, tuna or nut butter on whole grain bread or stuff...
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3 Things To Pack Daily For Your Heart
February is Heart Month. Here are three things you can pack on your journey to heart health: 1. Pack your lunch: Save money, time, calories and fat by bringing your lunch instead of eating at restaurants. Use low-fat chicken, tuna or nut butter on whole grain bread or stuff...