Did you know, one 12-ounce jar of peanut butter contains 540 peanuts? Peanut butter is one of the most loved foods nationwide and is the leading use of peanuts in the United States, which is why there is an entire month to celebrate America’s favorite spread – November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month! …
A Sweet Macadamia Nut Celebration
Nuts come in a variety of shapes and sizes and are an important part of a healthy eating plan. Though every nut has something special to offer, I am highlighting the macadamia nut in this post in celebration of National Macadamia Nut Day on September 4th. While you often find macadamia nuts covered in chocolate…
New Research Links a Specific Kind of Dietary Fat to Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
The inability to maintain glucose levels in the blood is a common health problem associated with nutrition related diseases such as metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes. Though genetic predisposition does play a role, it is factors such as weight, food choices and lifestyle habits that contribute the most risk to your likelihood of developing…
To Your Health: October 2012
In this Issue: Nutrition and Lifestyle Factors to Help Decrease Breast Cancer Risk Your Health and Your Weight Beauty Foods Give Your Yogurt a Tweak and Go Greek Pink Power Smoothie Recipe News and Events Quote of the Month A Note from Bonnie October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I would like…
