Do you have an ethnic cuisine that you love? Perhaps Chinese takeout is your weakness, or maybe you love spicy Mexican food. No matter what your preference is, it can be difficult to make good choices when eating. This can be especially true when you are not familiar with a specific type of cuisine. For […]
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Do Diets Help or Hurt Teens Weight Loss Efforts?
If you are parent with an overweight teenager, it can be difficult to know how to help them achieve a healthy weight. While it is important to help guide teenagers and teach them about the importance of proper nutrition, putting pressure on them to diet may cause more harm than good. According to a study […]
Dealing with Heartburn
Heartburn (a burning discomfort felt in the chest area) is the most common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is a condition where stomach acids come back up (or reflux) into the esophagus. At the bottom of the esophagus there is a sphincter, which is a muscle that acts as a protective barrier between […]
Video: Healthy Grocery Shopping
With so many food options available in the grocery store, it can be difficult to make healthy choices. Take a look at this video featuring Sheila Kelly, a registered dietitian, for tips to help you make the best choices during your next grocery shopping trip. Click here to view the Healthy Grocery Shopping Video.
Are you at risk for metabolic syndrome?
What is Metabolic Syndrome? Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is a “group of risk factors that increases the risk for heart disease, diabetes, stroke and perhaps some types of cancer.” Currently there is not one set definition used to diagnose MetS but one commonly used definition comes from the National Cholesterol Education Program (NCEP) Adult Treatment Panel […]
Healthy Ideas for Your Summer Cookout (Part II)
This is a continutation from yesterday’s post… Get creative. Hamburgers and hotdogs aren’t the only meats that are great for grilling. Try grilled chicken or grilled tuna steaks. Turkey burgers or veggie burgers can make a low-fat alternative to the standard hamburger. When making burgers, mix in some spinach to make the meat stretch a […]
Healthy Ideas for Your Summer Cookout (Part I)
Whether it’s for a family reunion, a holiday celebration or just an excuse to get together with some friends, summer is a popular time for cookouts. Although many traditional foods served at a BBQ can pack in the fat and calories, there are many healthy treats that you can enjoy without worrying about your waistline. […]
Pedometers May Help You Move More
Do you ever hear yourself saying “I need to exercise more” but then another week passes and your sneakers are still collecting dust? Do you need a little added motivation to get moving? If so, a pedometer may help. “According to research from over 26 studies, pedometer use was associated with a significant increase in physical […]
Top 5 Reasons to Eat Breakfast
1.) To give you an energy boost. If you skip breakfast, chances are good that you will feel sluggish and have decreased energy in the morning because your blood sugars are low. Breakfast can restore your blood sugar levels and give you the energy you need to start the day. 2.) To help achieve/maintain a […]
Is Aspartame Safe???
Aspartame is a sugar substitute that is found in over 6,000 food products world wide. With it’s increase in popularity as a nonnutritive sweetener, there has been growing concern as to the safety of Aspartame. There have been accusations that Aspartame can cause serious health problems including an increased risk of cancer, impaired nervous system […]