Just 5% of Daily Salt Gets Added at the Table
“In a sampling of 450 U.S. adults, only 10 percent of salt, or sodium, in their diet came from food prepared at home. About half of that was added at the table. Instead, restaurant meals and store-bought foods — including crackers, breads and soups — accounted for 71 percent of salt intake, the study found.” […]
Taxing Sugar-Sweetened Beverages
The idea of taxing sugary beverages has been floating around for the past few years with some implementation world wide. A recent study has shown the positive potential (in terms of decreased consumption) of this tax. What are your thoughts on taxing sugary beverages? http://www.ift.org/food-technology/daily-news/2017/may/01/case-study-tax-may-lower-consumption-of-sugar-sweetened-beverages.aspx
Avocado & White Bean Salad with Vinaigrette
Hello all, I was visiting my family last weekend and found out that my brother has decided to try going vegan for a bit (or maybe forever, only time will tell). I cooked lunch one day and wanted to make something for him (since lunch was the Oven Fried Chicken recipe I shared a few […]
Eating Right Isn’t Complicated
Eating right isn’t complicated. Try following guidelines from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans: – Emphasize fruit, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat or fat-free milk and milk products. – Include lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs and nuts. – Make sure your diet is low in saturated fats, trans fats, salt (sodium) and added sugars. http://www.eatright.org/…/die…/eating-right-isnt-complicated
Vitamin FAQ – Vitamin E
What is Vitamin E? Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that has antioxidant properties. Vitamin E also has a role in maintaining cell membranes (cell walls). What is an antioxidant? Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals that are released via the different metabolic processes the body performs to break down food and release energy. […]
Video – How Much Exercise Do I Need?
Hello all, One of the most common questions I get is: how much do I need to exercise and what type(s) of exercise should I be doing? I thought I would answer this briefly via video. Check out the video and let me know if you have any questions or need anymore information! As always, […]
Feed Yourself – Tips
The Feed Yourself series is dedicated to individuals that cook just for their selves. This goes out to everyone that finds them self wanting to cook but dreading the time, effort, and all the clean up needed to just cook for one. It can honestly be a quick, easy, and enjoyable process! The following ideas can […]
7 Ways to Enhance the Flavor of Your Meals
Cooking at home is a great way to cut food costs and know exactly what you are eating but at times it can be intimidating. It’s sometimes just simply not taste as good as a store or restaurant meal. Here are some tips to enhance the flavor of your meals from the Academy of Nutrition […]
AND Opposes Harmful Health Care Legislation
“The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics opposes the American Health Care Act, the harmful health care legislation passed May 4 by the House of Representatives, and recommends that the Senate oppose H.R. 1628.” http://www.eatrightpro.org/…/academy-opposes-harmful-health…
Feed Yourself – Tips
The Feed Yourself series is dedicated to individuals that cook just for their selves. This goes out to everyone that finds them self wanting to cook but dreading the time, effort, and all the clean up needed to just cook for one. It can honestly be a quick, easy, and enjoyable process! Keep these tips in […]