The majority of touted health benefits from curry are derived from turmeric, a bright and beautiful yellow/orange colored key ingredient in most curries. By Megan Holt, DR, PH, MPH, RD: Q: I’m a big fan of curry powder and curry dishes at restaurants. What are potential health benefits of curry? A: The majority of touted health benefits …
If you’re ramping up your fitness routine this month to prepare for summer like so many others, don’t forget to support it with nutrition. Q: I’ve started adding regular workouts to my routine because I want to feel great in my swimsuit this summer. I’ve heard about pre- and post-workout nutrition, but what is …
There are lots of good choices at Olive Garden, whether you have diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, or are just looking to follow a well-balanced diet to maintain your overall health. Here are six tips to help you make the best choice. Q: What are good choices at Olive Garden for people with diabetes? …
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Salads can be a great way to meet the recommended servings of vegetables each day, no matter what leafy green you’re using as a base. Whether it’s a simple side salad or a more robust entrée, a salad provides a unique ability to mix and match healthful ingredients, flavors and textures to customize an option for every …
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With there being so many ways to eat it, it’s no surprise that shrimp is the seafood consumed by Americans most often. In addition to being so delicious, shrimp actually contains a variety of nutrients, too. Not only is it high in protein and low in calories, but it is also rich in selenium, zinc, …
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That’s right, Cinco de Mayo is here, and with it, one big food-fueled fiesta. Sure, it’s not the celebration of Mexican independence that so many of us think it is. True, it’s really not as extravagantly celebrated elsewhere as it is in the U.S., but that’s not going to stop us from enjoying the tasty benefits of …
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If you’re managing your cholesterol levels, chances are you may be a little apprehensive about eating out at restaurants. Have no fear! Armed with the right tools and nutrition information, you can find some really great menu choices out there that can help you love eating out while you manage your cholesterol levels. One of the best (and tastiest!) …
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First, we recommend giving up the guilt over your food and drink choices. A healthy lifestyle is about the big picture, a picture rich in nutritious, high-quality foods and accented with some indulgence like an occasional drink with dinner. Second, moderation is key! Whether your drink of choice is a frosty pint of beer, a velvety …
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Environmental sustainability is considered one of the biggest trends in the restaurant industry right now (that and healthier menu choices). Restaurants large and small are taking steps to be more environmentally friendly. According to the National Restaurant Association, this trend is even spinning off into smaller trends that are forever changing how restaurants operate and how …
If you are feeling the effects of stress this month, you are not alone. In fact, April is Stress Awareness Month. If taxes and busier schedules have you feeling less than relaxed right now, make sure to include movement in your schedule every day, and indulge in good-for-you foods shown to help relieve stress and …
