Figuring Out the Fats

Just like calories, fats are more often thought of as a foe rather than a friend. But the truth is that we need fats—just like we need calories, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals—to survive. Just like calories, fats are more often thought of as a foe rather than a friend. But the truth is that we need …

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16 Healthy Dining Choices at Samurai Sam’s Teriyaki Grill

With a mission to “provide guests with a healthy and satisfying alternative to traditional fast food,” it’s easy to see why Samurai Sam’s Teriyaki Grill and their wide variety of choices are a natural fit on HealthyDiningFinder. Samurai Sam’s Teriyaki Grill has been creating delicious Japanese creations using fresh and flavorful ingredients for almost 20 years and …

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What are Some Healthy Ways to Eat Pumpkin?

Fall is the perfect season to get your fill of pumpkin.  Not only is it readily available in the market, pumpkin everything seems to crowd restaurant menus.  Unfortunately, many of the pumpkin products offered are desserts or sugar-filled drinks. Pumpkin itself is a very healthy vegetable, full of vitamins A and C, potassium and fiber.  In addition, it’s …

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What is MSG and why does it get such a bad rap?

When it comes to MSG, the different related terms can be confusing, so let’s define a few first: Glutamic acid – a non-essential amino acid (building block to protein) which our bodies can make.  Also, a natural component of fermented or aged foods, including soy sauce and cheese.  Glutamic acid AND glutamates  (ions and salts) are combined to produce monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavor-enhancing compound which provides an umami (savory) taste …

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