By Rachael Derr, RD Question: I hear that even with so much fat, peanuts and peanut butter can be a good addition to a healthy diet. What are the health benefits of peanuts and peanut butter? Today is National Peanut Butter day! A good time to familiarize ourselves with this creamy condiment loved by nutrition …
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Courtesy of Food & Nutrition The naysayers may be prevailing among the public. A 2016 survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation revealed that, while 68 percent of participants said they were trying to eat more beans, nuts and seeds, 27 percent said they were trying to eat less soy (which is a bean) …
Courtesy of CNN The analysis of 41 eating plans also gave the Mediterranean diet the top spot in several subcategories: best diet for healthy eating, best plant-based diet, best diet for diabetes and easiest diet to follow. The high accolades are not surprising, as numerous studies found the diet can reduce the risk for diabetes, high cholesterol, dementia, memory …
By Rachael Derr, RD Question: I’ve just been diagnosed with high blood pressure. Should I stop eating out at restaurants? High blood pressure diagnoses have become more and more common, making the condition a growing concern in our country. You are certainly not alone in your diagnosis! Sixty-seven million American adults have high blood pressure, …
Courtesy of Bon Appetit A recent study on vitamin D supplements hit. The review study (in this particular case, a review and meta-analysis of previous studies) looked at vitamin-D-supplement-taking habits in adults and how that impacted bone fractures, falls, and natural, age-related bone loss. (Remember, that combo of vitamin D and calcium is what’s supposed to keep …
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Question: What are some simple swaps I can make for a healthier meal? Sometimes the path to a healthier lifestyle is more about the little changes we make than the big ones. This is true for increasing your movement, reducing stress, losing weight and improving your diet. When it comes to improving your diet, these …
Q: What Foods Can Help Reduce Stress During the Holidays? A: There is no doubt that during the holiday season, things are crazy, and stress can be high. The good news is that stress, even during these busy holiday months, is manageable both through lifestyle and diet. To help reduce stress from Thanksgiving through the …
There are few foods that sum up “comfort food” as well as soup. Soup can be a hearty, healthy and flavorful solution for a quick weeknight meal or leisurely weekend indulgence throughout the year. If you’re craving a steamy and comforting bowl of soup, follow these dietitian tips to order the best soup and stay …
Question: Is it true that an apple a day can really keep the doctor away? Apples, like pumpkin spice, are everywhere right now! Fall often brings loads of fresh apples, apple recipes and apple additions to restaurant menus. While it’s true that apples offer a host of health benefits and fall flavor, there’s no actual guarantee …
By Mary Parsons, MS, RD Question: How can I keep Halloween Fun for Guests with Food Allergies? With the wide assortment of treats getting passed around at school, at parties and on trick-or-treating night, it can be hard to be safe and still have fun like everyone else. Accommodating allergic guests can be intimidating for …
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