In this issue: Top Nutrition Trends for 2012 • No Diet Resolutions • Edamame Hummus Recipe • Over the years, Americans have tried a wide variety of diet fads and trends. From going on a fat free frenzy in the early 90s to becoming a carb crazed consumer in 2000 and in between the promises of quick weight loss with shakes and meals delivered to your door—we have tried them all. However, I personally think 2012’s weight loss trends are the best of the best thus far.
In this issue: Learning About and Managing Diabetes • Low Fat Stuffing Recipe • Thanksgiving Substitutions. November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Check out the article Diabetes Alert: Are You at Risk to learn if you are at risk of developing diabetes and the best preventative measures you can take. Small changes in your daily routine can lower your chances of becoming another victim of diabetes.
In this issue: Fiber Facts • Tailgating Tips • The Benefits of Apples • Black Bean Skillet Chili. For many sports fans the much anticipated football season is now in full swing, many delicious fruits and vegetables are in season, and Whole Grains Month has arrived. Fall is the perfect time to get outside and practice those football drills you see on T.V. or take advantage of the delicious apple season and go apple picking. And since September is Whole Grain Month, make a commitment to try a new Whole Grain each week for added fiber and other important nutrients. Lastly, be sure to check out our featured recipe, a delicious Black Bean Skillet Chili.
Think fruits are just fit for a snack? Think again! Fruits can easily be incorporated into your everyday breakfast, lunch and dinner. Below are some ideas on how to integrate fruit into all your meals. But remember, fruits are just a component of a well-balanced meal. Therefore, throughout the day be sure to get in…
Eating certain foods can help to reduce the risk of cataracts and eye disease. Below are foods that encourage preventative eye care. Fatty Fish: Fatty fish contains Omega 3 fatty acids such as DHA, which is recommended for dry eyes and which help to restore the structural support of the eye’s membranes. Examples of fatty…
Keep these tips in mind to prevent a case of foodborne illness: From the Store: When you’re food shopping for your BBQ, make sure to buy cold foods right before checking out. When placing meats in your cart, separate raw meat and poultry from other foods. Place every package of raw meat into plastic bags…
It is important to take various precautions when cooking outdoors or traveling with food. Picnic foods can be hazardous for the following reasons: Foods such as potato salad and hamburger patties are handled often during preparation, thus increasing the risk of contamination from bacteria. If equipment to keep cold foods cold and hot food hot…
In this Issue: Healthy BBQ Options this Summer Season • Men’s Health Week – June 13th-19th • Nutritious Tips for a Healthy Camping Experience • Embracing Eye Safety this Summer • The Sweet Nutrition Power of Summer Fruits • Feature Food of the Season: Papaya •Recipe of the Season: Chicken Papaya Salad
Good for the Heart: Heart disease is currently the leading cause of mortality in both men and women in the United States. Maintaining a heart healthy diet can have a substantial impact on this disease. Studies have shown that soy foods positively reduce LDL cholesterol. Along with soy protein, soy contains fiber and phytonutrients that…
In this Issue: National Nutrition Month: Eat right with Color • The Long Awaited 2010 Dietary Guidelines Just Released • The Many Benefits of Berries • Spring into Soy • Bring Your Pressure Down During National High Blood Pressure Education Month • Featured Food of the Season: Zucchini Squash • Recipe of the Season: Stuffed Zucchini with Turkey, Brown Rice and Edamame
If you didn’t reach your fruit and vegetable goal yesterday, here are a few ideas that may help to inspire you for the days ahead: Swap your BLT sandwich for baked beans or grilled mushrooms and tomato on whole grain toast Include vegetables, such as baby spinach, in pasta sauces and risottos. Stir through at…
Regular check-ups with your physician will allow you to keep on top of your current blood pressure. It is up to you to help reduce your risk of high blood pressure by maintaining a healthy eating plan low in sodium, a healthy body weight and regular exercise. Lowering your Sodium Intake Lowering your intake of…
Berries are a versatile, low calorie treat that pack a big nutritional punch. Enjoy them by themselves, as a flavorful addition to a meal, or puree them and use as an ingredient in your favorite dish. By themselves: To prepare your berries just wash and eat! These tasty little treats can be a great midday…
In this Issue: Get into the Holiday Spirit: The Healthy Way! • Strengthen your Mind, Body and Spirit with Pilates • Brown Bag It! • Snowflakes or Skin Flakes: How to Prevent Dry Skin this Winter • Featured Food of the Season: Barley • Recipe of the Season: Barley & Brown Rice Pilaf with Craisins & Raisins
Thinking Outside of Your Lunchbox: The Reinvention of Brown Bagged Lunch Swap out your white bread for whole wheat. PB & fruit: Instead of the old peanut butter and jelly sandwich; swap out the jelly for sliced fruit. Snack packs: pack veggies like carrots or celery in a zip lock. Dip your veggies in dips…
With summer right around the corner, everyone is trying to watch what they eat and go extra hard with their workout routine. I have some great news; you can still eat the foods you love while watching your figure, just by making simple ingredient substitutions. Swapping one or two ingredients still keeps the delicious taste…
Knowing your risk factors for diseases and other health conditions, including breast cancer, is the key to prevention! While many risk factors are modifiable, meaning you can change them, others unfortunately aren’t. Here are some other risk factors of breast cancer. Age. The highest rates of breast cancer are diagnosed after age 70. Family History….
In this Issue: Can Certain Foods Help You Age Gracefully? • A New Option to Ease the Transition to Whole Grains • Four Ways to Lower Your Risk of Breast Cancer • Managing the Halloween Candy…and Your Diabetes! • Diet and Other Lifestyle Factors Linked to the Prevention of Dementia • Food of the Month: Pomegranate • Recipe of the Month: Pomegranate-Orange Glazed Turkey
In this Issue: Strategies for Staying Slim This Summer • Turn Your Tired Indoor Fitness Routine Into Creative Outdoor Workouts! • Fitting in Fruits and Veggies on a Budget • Get the Facts on Vitamin D • The Beneficial Role of DHA in Breastfeeding Mothers • Feature Food of the Month: Walnuts • Recipe of the Month: Raspberry Walnut String Bean Salad
Overwhelmed at the sight of overflowing baskets of fresh fruits and vegetables at your local farmers market? With a little bit of planning you can shop for your weekly meals and have fun all at the same time! 1. Know what’s fresh! Read up on what grows locally in your area in that given season…
