All of the Healthy Dining-approved menu items at Denny’s can be good choices for people with diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, the diet of a person with diabetes should consist of a balance of carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Q: What are good meal options at Denny’s for people with diabetes? -Anonymous Reader A: All of …
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Q: I’ve heard that salads are sometimes the worst thing on the menu even though they have such healthy ingredients. How can I order the best salad at a restaurant to get the nutrition without too many calories? Loaded with greens and fresh, crispy, vitamin-packed veggies, salads may seem like a given as the best choice …
Elevated cholesterol in adults is common. High cholesterol increases the risk for heart disease, so you are wise to make healthy changes to help lower your blood cholesterol. Here are a few key nutrition recommendations when it comes to lowering or managing cholesterol: Focus on whole foods – like fruits, vegetables, lean protein and …
Q: Is there too much sodium in fish? A: If you’re watching your sodium intake, you may be taking a closer look at the foods that make up your diet. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, sodium should be limited to less than 2,300 mg a day or 1,500 mg if you are over 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 …
Many fruits and vegetables, along with foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, are healthy for our eyes. Although eating certain foods may not give us night-vision goggles, eating a variety of antioxidant-rich foods may help prevent or slow the progression of cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Research has shown that several nutrients can keep your eyes healthy—and …
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Q: What are the Healthiest Choices at Taco Shops? These days, taco shops are as almost as common as Starbucks: one on every corner. These restaurants are often associated with greasy and unhealthy meals (and a very, very long line around 2am), but taco shops can offer plenty of good-for-you options. Without a doubt, there are …
It may come as quite a surprise, but yams are very rare in the U.S.—it’s sweet potatoes that we’re eating! The two starchy vegetables both grow underground, but they are actually from two different botanical families, and they have different tastes and textures. True yams are native to Africa and Asia and are also grown widely in …
Chinese food has long been associated with high sodium menu items and MSG leading many to avoid Chinese restaurants all together or go in search of ways to limit sodium. While many Asian restaurants are now eliminating MSG completely from their recipes and working with nutrition professionals to decrease the sodium levels of their meals, there are still ways …
It’s true that you should include several servings of fish in your diet each week for optimal health. In general, fish is a great option for lean protein, which is an important part of a healthy diet. With that said, it can be confusing, given the variety of fish available at restaurants, to figure out …
