Why Your Heart Should “Go Nuts” for Nuts
Nuts are high in calories and fat. That combination alone should raise some red flags as to how they could possibly be […]
Category: Nutrition
Understanding High-Fructose Corn Syrup
For decades the high-fructose corn syrup found primarily in soft drink beverages (but also in other processed foods) has been labeled as […]
Artificial Sweeteners: Is “Sugar-Free” A Good Option?
Have you ever noticed the phrase “sugar-free” on pop or other junk food? You may have found it hard to believe that […]
Olive Oil vs Coconut Oil – Which is Better for You?
Hear the word “fat” and most of our reactions are to see this as a negative, something we should avoid in our […]
Build Strong Bones with Vitamin D – Here’s How
On paper, vitamin D sounds like one of the easiest vitamins to add to your diet – after all, vitamin D is […]
Egg’s Effects on Your Health: The Positives and Negatives
It’s quite likely you have a carton of eggs in your refrigerator right now. It’s a popular breakfast option and overall a […]
Food for Athletics: What to Eat for Your Exercise
Have you ever noticed a difference in your performance when exercising depending on what you ate earlier in the day? This is […]
How Much Dairy Should You Really Be Eating? (June Dairy Month)
Since 1937, June has been officially dubbed “dairy month.” However, a lot has changed over the past 85 years in regard to public perception of dairy products – particularly milk.
Understanding Nutritional Fact Labels
At the start of 2020 large food manufacturers were required to have updated nutrition fact labels found on their packages. With the […]
March is National Nutrition Month: Here’s How You Can Make Meaningful Changes
Among the number of health months in March, National Nutrition Month is the most generally applicable. Eating at home can offer you […]