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Tag Archives: healthy eating
Go healthy, not hungry for Thanksgiving dining
The holiday season means you’ll be faced with a seemingly endless buffet of food temptation. While some people simply give in and eat too much, others deny themselves any holiday treats. But there are ways to navigate between overindulgence and … Continue reading
Posted in Nutritional Health, Obesity
Tagged healthy eating, holiday eating, holiday health, nutrition, Nutritional Health
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Go healthy, not hungry for Thanksgiving dining
The holiday season means you’ll be faced with a seemingly endless buffet of food temptation. While some people simply give in and eat too much, others deny themselves any holiday treats.
Posted in General Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged avoid weight gain, healthy eating, holiday eating, thanksgiving
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New school nutrition guidelines issued
First Lady Michelle Obama teamed up with Rachael Ray to unveil the biggest overhaul on school meals in more than 15 years. There will be more whole grains, less salt and a wider selection of fruits and vegetables and all … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged child nutrition, healthy diet, healthy eating, healthy food, healthy lunch, nutrition, Nutritional Health, school lunch
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Kids’ snacks CAN be healthy and inexpensive
It’s well-documented that healthy foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables tend to cost more than “junk” foods such as chips and cookies, a phenomenon that’s often cited as a contributing factor to the U.S. obesity epidemic. But a new study … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged child nutrition, healthy eating, nutrition, Nutritional Health
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Daily sugared cola consumption increases belly and liver fat
Reuters reports that according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, consumption of a liter of sugared cola on a daily basis may raise fat buildup in the liver, in muscles and around abdominal organs.
Posted in Nutritional Health, Obesity
Tagged healthy eating, nutrition, Nutritional Health, soda, sugar, sugary drinks
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Eating frequently may lead to less weight gain in girls
Reuters reports that according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, girls who ate meals and snacks frequently gained less weight than girls who ate only a few times every day.
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting, Woman's Health
Tagged childhood obesity, healthy eating, Nutritional Health, Obesity, pediatric obesity, preventing obesity
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Protein or carbs? It may not matter!
The Wall Street Journal reported on a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggesting that a person’s total calorie intake, regardless of the nutritional source of the calories, determines how much fat accumulates in the body.
Posted in Nutritional Health, Obesity
Tagged carbs, healthy eating, high carb, high protein diet, nutrition, Nutritional Health, protein
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CDC says American diet still falls short
This headline is no surprise to readers of this blog. Almost all of us can improve our nutritional habits.
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Tagged healthy eating, nutrition, Nutritional Health
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How to survive those holiday buffets
Too many holiday party buffet tables loaded with decadent treats can lead to overstuffed plates — and overstuffed pants. So, here are some tips from HealthDay News to enjoy those holiday meals in a more highly healthy fashion?
Posted in General Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged healthy eating, holiday eating, holiday health, nutrition
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CDC: Most Americans eat too much salt
Bloomberg News reports, “Almost all US citizens, including children, exceed the dietary guidelines for salt, putting them at risk for hypertension and heart disease, according to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.”
Posted in Children's Health, General Health, Heart Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged healthy eating, holiday eating, salt, sodium
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Institute of Medicine panel proposes grading system for food
The Washington Post explains an Institute of Medicine report saying that “a symbol, such as a check mark or a star, should be displayed on the front of every food item and beverage sold in grocery stores so harried shoppers can … Continue reading
Posted in Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged food regulation, healthy diet, healthy eaters, healthy eating, healthy food
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Give Thanksgiving leftovers a healthy and delicious overhaul
One of the wonderful things about Thanksgiving dinner is there are often lots of delicious leftovers. You can just warm up a few of your favorite dishes or make a simple turkey sandwich. But for healthful alternatives, USA Today asked … Continue reading
Posted in Nutritional Health
Tagged healthy eating, holiday eating, leftovers, thanksgiving
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Dietary changes may lower cholesterol better than statins
On its website, ABC News/Good Morning America reports that dietary changes may “do a better job” than taking statins to lower cholesterol.
Posted in Heart Health, Nutritional Health
Tagged cholesterol, cholesterol-lowering foods, healthy eaters, healthy eating, Nutritional Health, statins
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Give Thanksgiving leftovers a healthy and delicious overhaul
One of the wonderful things about Thanksgiving dinner is there are often lots of delicious leftovers. You can just warm up a few of your favorite dishes or make a simple turkey sandwich. But for healthful alternatives, USA Today asked … Continue reading
Posted in Nutritional Health, Obesity
Tagged healthy eating, holiday eating, holiday health, nutrition, Nutritional Health
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8 Tips for Eating Healthy During Menopause
Good news! Aging does not have to equal weight gain. Women do tend to put on a pound a year in their 40s and 50s, but it’s more likely due to a drop in activity rather than hormones. However, hormonal changes … Continue reading
Posted in Alternative Medicine, Mental Health, Nutritional Health, Woman's Health
Tagged alcohol, bloating, breast cancer, calcium, fish, fish oil, healthy eating, herbal tea, menopause, plant estrogen, soy, weight loss
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Keep Health in Mind When Planning School Day Menus For Your Kids
As a parent preparing for your child’s school day, it may be helpful to remember that healthy meals and snacks are essential for learning. Here are some helpful tips from the experts at HealthDay News: “Parents can make the school … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Parenting
Tagged child nutrition, healthy eating, healthy lunch, nutrition, Nutritional Health, school lunch
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Program Teaches Parents How to Nurture Healthy Eaters
Early feeding practices can play critical role in kids’ eating patterns, a press release from the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior suggests. Here are some details from a report in HealthDay News: Teaching first-time mothers to feed their infants “responsively” … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting
Tagged childhood obesity, healthy eaters, healthy eating, Obesity, pediatric obesity
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Go Healthy, Not Hungry for Thanksgiving Eating
The holiday season means you’ll be faced with a seemingly endless buffet of food temptation. While some people simply give in and eat too much, others deny themselves any holiday treats. But there are ways to navigate between overindulgence and … Continue reading
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Tagged healthy eating, holiday eating, holiday health, nutrition, Nutritional Health
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Eat Late, Put on Weight!
Late-night snacks or after dark refrigerator raids may have worse consequences than heartburn.
Posted in Nutritional Health
Tagged diet, dieting, healthy eating, Obesity, overweight, Royal Diet, snacks
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How You Can Eat Heart-Healthy Food While Eating Out – What to enjoy, what to avoid
Eating out doesn’t have to mean consuming foods that contribute to heart disease. Recently Men’s Health magazine Editor Peter Moore discussed healthy options in three different types of cuisines, Italian, Mexican, and Chinese, and talked about menu “warning” words that can … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Health, General Health, Heart Health, Men's Health, Nutritional Health, Obesity, Parenting, Woman's Health
Tagged fast food restaurants, healthy eating, heart attack prevention, heart disease prevention, Heart Health, restaurants
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