Browse Category: Nutrition
Published: April 02, 2009
These days, everyone is trying to find a diet that works. There are some companies that try to tell you their diet works for everyone. But it is important to remember that everyone’s body is different, and as such, a different diet is required for each and every person – you included! While a low carb diet may be good for one person, it might not work for you at all. It all really depends on your “nutritional type.” So what exactly is a nutritional type, and how do you determine yours? We’re here to answer those questions and more!
Published: March 30, 2009
If you’ve recently had a “healthy” snack such as yogurt, or perhaps some bottled juice, then you’ve probably ingested high-fructose corn syrup. This popular sweetener is found in a number of packaged foods and drinks, and even some children’s vitamins. High-fructose corn syrup has come under fire in the past for its negative health benefits, but now there might be another reason to avoid it: a recent study found that many forms of high-fructose corn syrup contain evidence of mercury.
Published: March 26, 2009
The Coca-Cola Corporation recently got in some legal hot water due to its claims of what its product VitaminWater could do. In fact, a lawsuit was filed on the basis that Coca Cola’s marketing tactics were “unsubstantiated and deceptive.” Before you allow yourself or your kids to get hitched by the vitamin-fortified drink craze, take a few minutes to read the following article. There are some very interesting and revealing facts about these products.
Published: March 26, 2009
Food labels can be deceiving. You may think that you are eating healthy but come to find out, after reading the label, that the food you just ate is loaded with calories, sugars, fat or sodium (or all of the above). Ingredient labels aren’t just for dieters, either. You should learn to correctly read the ingredients on all food labels, whether or not you are watching your weight. It is essential to know what types of foods you are putting into your body. If you’re not sure what to look for when reading ingredient labels, keep reading for some quick tips.
Published: March 20, 2009
A diet loaded with fresh fruits and vegetables, lean protein sources, and whole grains is ideal for anyone looking to improve their health, but there are some specific foods that pack a more potent and powerful punch than others.
Published: March 19, 2009
Much has been made in the media of the benefits of a gluten-free diet and how it may help improve health and increase weight loss. But will it work for you? Before you try this eating plan, read on for a better understanding of how it works.
Published: March 17, 2009
With so many people deciding to either cut down on red meat or cut it out of their diets completely, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. After all, how could a good source of iron and protein be less than healthy? Isn’t that a hallmark of “healthy” food? Unfortunately, it’s a bit more complicated.
Published: February 27, 2009
Looking for better-tasting foods that are better for you and the environment? Look no further than the foods labeled as “organic” at your local grocery or health food store. Organic foods are grown without the use of pesticides, artificial fertilizers, and genetic modifications. Under optimal conditions, foods that are classified as organic are grown by recycling natural materials to maintain soil fertility and encourage natural methods of pest and disease control.
Published: February 19, 2009
Nutrient dense. Portable. Filling. Delicious. Nuts and seeds are practically nature’s perfect food, providing a wide array of healthy benefits. Read on to learn why you should add more nuts and seeds to your diet and determine which ones in particular may be the best bets for your individual needs.
Published: February 19, 2009
You might say it’s about time to jolt the federal government into taking a closer look at energy drinks. Dozens of the nation’s top nutrition researchers and food scientists recently petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration about the alarming amount of caffeine in many energy drinks. The following is an excerpt of what those professionals wrote as a research review document to the FDA, including clear action steps for addressing a health consumer issue that affects a significant amount of pre-teens, teens and adults.
