For parents who struggle with getting their children to eat vegetables, the results of a recent study conducted by Dutch researchers may be helpful. In this study, vegetables were cooked in a variety of ways (i.e. steamed, boiled, grilled, deep fried, stir-fried and mashed) and then children, ages 4-12 years old, were asked which way […]
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Healthy Snack Ideas
Making smart choices when snacking can help to add nutritional value to the diet and can also be a great way to prevent getting overly hungry so it is easier to make good choices at meals. However, many of the snacks on the market have little to no nutritional value and they are often high […]
Personal Updates: New Name & New Job
I would like to thank all my readers for your patience as I have taken some time off of my blog for my wedding and my move to North Jersey. I have now started working for the Hartzband Center for Hip and Knee Replacements located in Paramus, NJ. I updated my profile page with my […]
Are You Senstive to the Taste of Fat?
There are four basic flavors that the human tongue can detect: sweet, salty, bitter and sour. We also have the ability to identify protein-rich foods and now fat is added to the list. New research suggests that some people are more sensitive to this taste than others. Those that are more sensitive to the taste […]
Tips to Raise Your Glass Without Raising the Scale
With all of the social gatherings around the holiday, there is often an increase in alcohol consumption. These extra drinks can add a lot of unwanted calories and can make weight management more difficult. However, there are some simple strategies that can help keep your calories in check. First, know the calorie content of the […]
Potassium Rich Foods
Potassium has many important functions in the body. It helps regulate blood pressure and is important for a healthy heart and blood vessels. Potassium also helps maintain the water balance in the body, aids in muscle contractions, proper nervous system functioning and it helps us to digest protein and carbohydrate in the diet. It can […]
How to Measure Pasta
When it comes to portion control, there are few foods that are more confusing than pasta. Some questions I get frequently are: What is a serving? Is a serving based on dry or cooked pasta? How do I know how I measure uncooked pasta, so I get the appropriate amount of cooked pasta? Today, I […]
Meal Planning Made Simple
Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to menu planning? Are you bored with the same old meals? Eating healthy doesn’t have to limit you to plain chicken breasts and steamed broccoli day after day. Adding variety keeps things interesting, and can help you to stick with a healthy eating plan long term. Many people struggle to come up […]
Detox Diets: Helpful or Harmful??
Detox diets are all the rage right now despite the lack of research on their effectiveness. There are many types of detox diets that are popular. Some examples include: Excluding all solid foods Only eating fruits and vegetables Drinking special drinks (i.e. a mixture of lemon juice, maple syrup, water, and cayenne pepper) Taking herbal […]
Do You Want Cereal With That Sugar?
“There is at least as much sugar in several kids’ cereals as there is in as a glazed doughnut from Dunkin’ Donuts”. This is what consumer reports found when they analyzed the top 27 cereals marketed to children. In fact, they found that “2 cereals are more than 50% sugar, and nine others are more […]