By Kristen Castillo Start the day with oatmeal! One standard serving, which is half a cup of rolled oats cooked in water, contains just 80 calories, 1.5 grams of fat, 2 grams of fiber, and 3 grams of protein, as well as calcium and iron. Oatmeal has soluble fiber, which soaks up cholesterol and can …
By Kristen Castillo Nuts can be a healthy part of your diet. Rich in protein, fiber and healthy fats, nuts are also cholesterol and sodium free. Plus they have a low glycemic index, making them diabetes-friendly. They’re a potential lifesaver too! A Harvard study of 120,000 people over a 30 year period found that eating nuts can …
By Amy Magill, MA, RD, LDN Our bodies are teeming with bacteria. Lucky for us, many of these bacteria help our bodies work well. “Good” bacteria in our digestive systems help us digest foods, aid in producing certain vitamins, and fight “bad,” disease-causing bacteria. These live microorganisms are known as probiotics. Foods and dietary supplements …
Courtesy of Melissa Halas-Liang of Melissa’s Healthy Living Pears are plentiful during the fall season, and this compote is the perfect way to enjoy them. There are many ways to eat compote. Eat it on its own hot or cold, put it on top of oatmeal or yogurt or even use it as a savory sandwich …
By Dr. Serena Goldstein, ND It’s no mystery that extra weight can be gained for a multitude of reasons, but did you know that nutrition accounts for about 80% of determining one’s weight, with the other 20% attributed to exercise and a healthful lifestyle? While psychological and physiological factors can be involved, too, strategies to …
As the weather is cooling down and your crock pot is heating up, you may be thinking it’s time to forgo the salads in favor of more classically seasonal choices like soup or something pumpkin. Instead of packing away those salads like your shorts and flip flops, give them fall flavor with seasonal ingredients like root …
A microwave oven is the answer to many kitchen conundrums. It helps college students survive dorm-room living, allows latchkey kids to warm up leftovers, and lets busy parents put dinner on the table in a pinch. Microwaves can do so much more than heat up your cup of coffee after it has gone cold. In …
By Sara Lucero September doesn’t only mark the beginning of fall, but it’s also Fruits and Veggies More Matters Month. Whether you are picking them fresh from your own garden, defrosting your favorites from the freezer or pulling out the can opener for a quick addition to your meal, making half your plate fruits and …
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Courtesy of Oldways By Kelly Troups, Whole Grains Council Program Manager Nutrition advice can’t be boiled down to headlines without losing important context. For this reason, Americans are often on the receiving end of partial dietary advice without access to the complete picture. These headlines often fall into one of two categories: what to eat, …
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By Blaire Newhard, MLA, RD Having a breakfast with a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, and fat will give you the energy and nutrients you need to get your day started on the right foot. In addition, research is indicating that your breakfast habits may impact your risk of heart disease. Here are some tips for a …
