Browse Category: Nutrition
Published: March 20, 2009
A diet loaded with fresh fruits and vegetables, lean protein sources, and whole grains is ideal for anyone looking to improve their health, but there are some specific foods that pack a more potent and powerful punch than others.
Published: March 19, 2009
Much has been made in the media of the benefits of a gluten-free diet and how it may help improve health and increase weight loss. But will it work for you? Before you try this eating plan, read on for a better understanding of how it works.
Published: February 27, 2009
Looking for better-tasting foods that are better for you and the environment? Look no further than the foods labeled as “organic” at your local grocery or health food store. Organic foods are grown without the use of pesticides, artificial fertilizers, and genetic modifications. Under optimal conditions, foods that are classified as organic are grown by recycling natural materials to maintain soil fertility and encourage natural methods of pest and disease control.
Published: February 19, 2009
Nutrient dense. Portable. Filling. Delicious. Nuts and seeds are practically nature’s perfect food, providing a wide array of healthy benefits. Read on to learn why you should add more nuts and seeds to your diet and determine which ones in particular may be the best bets for your individual needs.
Published: February 19, 2009
You might say it’s about time to jolt the federal government into taking a closer look at energy drinks. Dozens of the nation’s top nutrition researchers and food scientists recently petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration about the alarming amount of caffeine in many energy drinks. The following is an excerpt of what those professionals wrote as a research review document to the FDA, including clear action steps for addressing a health consumer issue that affects a significant amount of pre-teens, teens and adults.
Published: February 16, 2009
In today's economy, time and money are both valuable commodities. One of the ways to save on both of them is with cooking! In that arena, there are a number of ways to make the most of your time and money, especially when you’re not just preparing meals for yourself, but for a whole family. Keep reading for five easy ways to save both time and money in the kitchen.
Published: February 16, 2009
Looking to lose that excess weight? If so, this probably isn’t your first attempt. Most people who’ve tried to lose weight and experienced some success tend to put the weight back on—plus a few additional pounds—within a year. So how can you improve your chances of achieving your goal weight and keeping it off for good? Try these techniques.
Published: February 12, 2009
What do you think of when you hear the word “socialize”? Perhaps you picture a night out with friends, brunch with “the ladies” or happy hour with colleagues. While not always present, drinking alcohol is often an important part of the social lives of many people. You may drink to relax, drink to celebrate, or drink to have fun.
Published: February 11, 2009
If you like to eat chocolate to satisfy your sweet tooth, there’s good news: dark chocolate is more than just a delicious treat—it’s also good for you! Take a look at some of the things dark chocolate can do . . .
Published: February 10, 2009
Looking to improve your overall health? Then the Mediterranean Diet may be for you! Based on the traditional eating practices of people living in countries around the Mediterranean Sea (Greece in particular), the diet includes high amounts of fiber, low amounts of fat, a small amount of trans fats, and moderate consumption of alcohol.
