Nutrition Articles and Blog

Top 12 Snacks for 2012

January 9, 2012

The following are my favorite snacks to ring in the New Year with – enjoy! 1)     Roasted seaweed strips– when you are craving something salty and crunchy (and low-calorie) this is the perfect snack! An entire package contains just 60 calories … Continue reading →

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Calcium Does a Body Good in More Ways Than One

December 20, 2011

Calcium has always been touted for its role in building strong bones. However, it has also been in the spotlight for a completely different reason – its role in fat metabolism and weight loss. A few research studies had suggested … Continue reading →

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How to Have a Healthy Halloween (without giving up candy!)

October 19, 2011

With Halloween around the corner, we are likely to start seeing gummy bears, M&Ms, starbursts, candy corn and lots of other sugary treats popping up all over supermarket and convenience store shelves. These candies are not just high in sugar, … Continue reading →

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“Shrooms”: Who Knew They Were So Good For You?

September 30, 2011

CONCEPT Shrooms, more formally known as mushrooms, are an often-overlooked vegetable. Most people only view mushrooms as a tasty addition to a salad, soup, or side dish. However, mushrooms actually contain a wealth of nutrients, and recent research highlights some … Continue reading →

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July 4th Barbequing Basics

July 3, 2011

The July 4th holiday is synonymous with the word barbeque! Whether you will be throwing a shindig in your own place or going to a friend’s party, you should stock up on the following food essentials to make it a … Continue reading →

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The Raw Foods Movement

June 17, 2011

The raw foods movement has been rapidly gaining popularity over the past 10-15 years. Raw food magazines, books, food catalogs and even restaurants have popped up all across the U.S. Devotees of this movement claim that switching over to raw … Continue reading →

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Dairy Foods: Are They Essential to Prevent Osteoporosis?

May 12, 2011

It is common knowledge that dairy products are good sources of calcium and that eating a diet rich in calcium can reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis (a thinning of the bones). Despite these well-known facts, some individuals still opt … Continue reading →

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The Gas We Pass

April 14, 2011

Whether or not one admits to it, everyone has been guilty of “passing gas” at one time or another. Despite the fact that “letting one out” has a terrible social stigma and can be quite embarrassing, it is actually an … Continue reading →

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Plant Stanols and Sterols for Cholesterol Reduction

March 30, 2011

Those among us with elevated cholesterol levels are typically advised by health professionals to lose weight, exercise and consume a diet high in fiber and low in saturated fats and cholesterol. Although these measures can reduce one’s blood cholesterol, sometimes … Continue reading →

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Cutting the Cheese: the Healthy Way

March 8, 2011

Cheese- who doesn’t like it? Not many…in fact, there are some people who seem unable to go a day without it! Whether on a sandwich, salad, burger, crackers, potato, or even fries, cheese is popping up everywhere! At the turn … Continue reading →

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