Should you avoid this beauty because it’s white? Picture source: Flickr, by Horia Varlan.When the nurse at my OB’s office found out I’m a dietitian–while she was trying to instruct me on how to eat a low-sodium diet, questions started pouring. Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free […]
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Picture source: Fickr, by: Gavin BellNext month, I will be covering a health topic as one of twelve Featured Health Editors of Healthbuzz, from Foodbuzz. My focus for August will be trends in food, health, and fitness and whether they are worth the hype. What a fun topic to tackle! I thought I’d kick off
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On Monday, I started talking about free radicals and antioxidants facts. Today, I have two more. I said I have three, but I’m not sure anymore about the evidence on the third point so I’m just going to skip it. Eating fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of developing cancers, but taking vitamin and mineral
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I hope you all had a great 4th of July holiday! Today my post is about free radicals and antioxidants–some facts I learned during my classes last semester in my MS program. Whether the post brings out new info, busts a misconception, or re-enforces something you already new, I hope you will find it beneficial
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Pears: great source of fiber and proof that eating fiber can be sweet and good looking!You know you need enough fiber. To feel full, eat less, and lose weight. To stay regular and maybe prevent colon cancer. To lower your cholesterol. To control your blood sugar or prevent diabetes. Great. The cereal bars and high-fiber
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Risk factors for developing prostate cancer are being over 65 years old, African-American, and having a father, son, or brother diagnosed with the disease. While you can’t prevent aging or change your race or family, you can make lifestyle changes reduce your risk. My article Prostate Cancer and Nutrition–Is There A Link? published last week
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