The figs, grapes and organic wine pictured here provide a basket-full of phytochemicals (plant based chemicals). You’ve probably heard of phytochemicals that are antioxidants, such as beta carotene, and the role they play in helping mop up free radicals. That’s science-jargon for “preventing bad things from happening inside your body.” But, Agricultural Research scientists at …
This is my favorite time of the year – the 80+ degree weather has set in and the sun is shining! Plus, from May – November your local farmer’s market has an awesome selection of fruits and vegetables. If your goal is to look good in your swimsuit, sundress or shorts, dig in to fresh …
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Over the past several years I’ve noticed an increasing number of yogurt products in one of the local Publix grocery stores. As a big fan of yogurt, I was pleased to see a variety of options targeting different age groups and more products with added probiotics. But, what are probiotics and do they really enhance …
I often meet people who want to cut the carbs out of their diet to lose say, 10 lbs in two weeks. Then within a few days they find themselves tired, cranky and stuffing Twinkies down their throat as fast as humanly possible. Is it the carbs that are impeding your weight loss? Or is …
Tomorrow, March 11th is Registered Dietitian day – a seemingly obvious fit for March, National Nutrition Month. In one of his speeches, then president elect Obama mentioned that dietitians and exercise physiologists play an integral role in the plan to turn around our nation’s health. Given that Dr. Ken Cooper and others have preached prevention …
According to Health Magazine, McDonalds ranks pretty well if you want a healthy meal. The publication recently ranked the top 10 healthiest food chains and Micky D’s as many of us know it, came rolling it at #8. Keep in mind that this list is only comprised of the 100 largest quick service chains. Quick …