This is a very simple post but I think it’s worth writing. What’s the verdict on salad toppings, such as dressing, cheese, nuts, dried fruit, fresh fruit, etc? Thumbs up, or down? Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free Guide. → Salad is good. An easy way to […]
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Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free Guide. → Question: Which contains more colorings and preservatives, the liquid ready drinks (for example any juice/drink) or the powder drinks (for example Tang)? Answer: Let’s start by looking at Tang. The ingredients on the label are: SUGAR FRUCTOSE CITRIC ACID–fortartness
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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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I’m having a rough week. Trying to keep up with grad school, part-time consulting work, blogging, and family, it just seems that I’m going over my limit. Why am I writing about it? Because when there are more than 10 things to do on my list and nothing is getting checked as soon as I
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Picture by: sea turtle. Source: Flickr.I just finished writing an article for MIDAN‘s newsletter about turmeric–the beautiful bright yellow spice of the East. In India, a paste is made of turmeric and rose water or milk, and applied to brides’ and groom’s faces, hands, and feet. A friend of mine says it does give a
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Last month, I wrote about the breakfast challenge that 5 bloggers had. They challenged their readers to use one of these foods to make a healthy breakfast: avocado, flax, quinoa, lentils, and walnuts. I submitted my banana flax walnut recipe and won the challenge for walnuts. Wo-who! What did I win? Two jars of nut
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This March, the American Dietetic Association’s theme for National Nutrition Month (NNM) is “Nutrition from the Ground Up.” What does that mean? you may ask. Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free Guide. → I wrote about the movie Fresh and sustainability just few days before March–I should
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I got this question from a friend who was kind enough to let me share it with my lovely readers. Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free Guide. → Question: I’ve decided to give up animal products for Lent, so I’m essentially vegan, but I’m eating fish…My mom
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When Janet Helm, registered dietitian, from Nutrition Unplugged wrote about food trends for 2010, I was thrilled to see that healthy kids meals were on the list and on chefs’ minds. At last–I thought! But some restaurants are still falling behind. Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free
Healthy + Kids + Restaurant: Can They Coexist? Read More »
Last night, I watched the movie FRESH for an educational meeting for local dietitians–and received continuing education credits for having a good time:) Learn how to identify the REAL causes of your gut problems. Download My Free Guide. → The movie started with this statement: Americans are scared of one thing: inconvenience Whether you agree
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