Tag Archives: Nutritional Health
New Year’s Resolution #2 – Have a small piece of dark chocolate daily
In the past I’ve blogged on How to Make Chocolate a Healthy Indulgence and on the Largest Study to Date Links Chocolate to Lower Blood Pressure and Cardiovascular Risk. Now comes another study about the healthful benefits of chocolate.
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New Year’s Resolution #1 – Take the kids out for fast food less often
A highly healthy resolution for your family in 2016 would be to slowly reduce the number of trips you make to fast food restaurants. Why?
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
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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
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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.
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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.
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Tagged childhood obesity, healthy eating, Nutritional Health, Obesity, pediatric obesity, preventing obesity
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Pediatric Study: ‘Healthy’ Diet Best for ADHD Kids
Fast foods, sodas, and ice cream may be American kids’ favorite menu items, but they’re also probably the worst for those with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a new literature review suggests. According to two researchers from Children’s Memorial Hospital in … Continue reading
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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.
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Tagged carbs, healthy eating, high carb, high protein diet, nutrition, Nutritional Health, protein
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Salty foods predispose infants to preferring salt
The Los Angeles Times reports, “Feeding young babies solid foods, such as crackers, cereals and bread, which tend to be high in salt, may set them up for a lifelong preference for salt,” according to a study in the American … Continue reading
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Report says Americans’ heart health in poor state
The National Journal reports, “Nearly every American has at least one risk factor for heart disease,” according to a report from the American Heart Association.
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Tagged cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular risk factors, General Health, health, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Nutritional Health, Obesity, smoking
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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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DASH diet helps lower risk of cardiovascular diseases
The Detroit Free Press discussed the advantages of healthy eating and exercise. “The American Heart Association says cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the US. Changing what you eat can help get you off medications and … Continue reading
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Kids’ cereals loaded with sugar
Most children’s cereals do NOT meet proposed federal guidelines for food marketed to kids, according to a report from Environmental Working Group (EWG), a nonprofit research and advocacy organization.
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Tagged cereal, cereals, Nutritional Health, sugar
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Diets rich in antioxidants linked to reduced stroke risk
HealthDay reports, “Diets rich in antioxidants from fruits, vegetables and whole grains appear to lower a woman’s odds for a stroke, even if she has a prior history of heart disease,” according to a study published in the journal Stroke.
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Eating baked, broiled fish helps fight Alzheimer’s
ABC News reports on its website that according to a study presented at the Radiological Society of North America’s annual meeting, “eating baked or broiled fish may help fight the brain shrinkage and cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease.”
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Losing weight in middle age lowers heart disease risk
The New York Times “Well” blog reports that according to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine, “overweight adolescents who slim down in middle age may lower their risk” of heart disease.
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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.
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Studies find diet has significant effect on mental health
Medscape reported that “diet quality can have a significant effect on mental health outcomes and may potentially have a role in preventing and treating such common illnesses as depression and anxiety,” according to research published in the journal PLoS One.
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Which foods lead to more weight gain than others? You might be surprised.
It turns out that there are some specific foods that may be the biggest culprits behind weight gain according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
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Tagged avoid weight gain, healthy diet, nutrition, Nutritional Health, Obesity, overweight
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First Lady, Wal-Mart to fight childhood obesity
Here’s a shout out to Mrs. Obama. News reports say that the First Lady and Wal-Mart have forged an agreement geared at preventing childhood obesity. Media sources generally characterized the move as a victory for Mrs. Obama’s signature campaign and … Continue reading
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Tagged child nutrition, childhood obesity, childhood overweight, nutrition, Nutritional Health, Obesity, pediatric obesity, pediatric overweight, preventing obesity, SuperSized Kids
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Does lunch in front of a computer make us eat more?
Many of us eat lunch parked in front of a computer, but that habit might be boosting our appetite for dessert, a small study suggests.
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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
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How to help kids follow a healthy diet even over holidays
This is a reprint of one of the more popular blogs I posted last year. It’s adapted from an AP story on how we, as parents, can help our children with more healthful nutrition during the holidays. I also have … Continue reading
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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
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Parents Beware: Cartoon Characters Sell Kids on Unhealthy Foods
Using the likes of Shrek and Dora to market treats should be banned, researcher says. Why? Because popular cartoon characters are negatively influencing the taste preferences of very young children, and not in a positive way, a new study suggests.Here … Continue reading
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Eating Processed Meat Riskier Than Red Meat
Here’s some surprising information from the Harvard School of public health. It’s an old news, new news story. First a reiteration of some old news: Eating processed meat such as bacon, salami, hot dogs, or lunch meats is associated with … Continue reading
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Tagged diabetes, diet, healthy diet, heart disease, Nutritional Health, processed meat, red meat
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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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For Kids’ Sake, Make Family Meals a Habit
Listen up, kids. Sitting down to eat with your parents night after night might seem like a drag, but over the long run, it’ll be good for you, a new study says. Regular family meals improve diet quality during the … Continue reading
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Family Meals Critical to a Child’s Health
HealthDay News is reporting (and is one of the only news outlets doing so) a new study showing that eating meals together as a family can reduce a teen girl’s risk of turning to alcohol or drugs. My Take?
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