A healthy diet isn’t about giving up your favorite foods, especially spaghetti! There are some easy and tasty ways to make your favorite spaghetti healthier and more nutritious. Q: I don’t want to give up my spaghetti! What are some healthier ways to order it? A: A healthy diet isn’t about giving up your favorite …
Even many of us who love vegetables as adults probably shied away from them as kids. Let’s face it, vegetables are not usually an easy sell! Luckily, we have some tips that are sure to help. Full Question: “My three year old refuses to eat any vegetables. How can I get him to eat healthy?” Even …
Peppers are often associated with an increased metabolism and weight loss; however, the scientific community hasn’t completely agreed on the subject. Full Question:“A friend of mine is on The Master Cleanse and said that cayenne pepper will make you lose weight. Is that true?” Cayenne pepper contains an ingredient called capsaicin, which is what gives …
As more and more consumers actively seek healthier choices at restaurants, this becomes a much more common question. We’re now well into the New Year, and this year is promising to be driven by your demand for healthier menu choices prepared with clean, locally sourced ingredients complete with easy-to-use nutrition and allergen information. Restaurants nationwide …
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Find out all the basics of menu labeling legislation and how you will be affected. Menu Labeling Regulations: What You Can Expect at Restaurants As 2014 came to a close, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the federally mandated menu labeling regulations first proposed during the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act in 2010. …
Q: I’m now officially a senior citizen. What should I eat to maintain my health and fitness as I age? National Senior Health and Fitness Day is May 25th! This day is designed to educate seniors on the importance of health with aging and how to achieve health and fitness goals.You may know that as we …
Between the multiple holiday parties, festive baked goods, and stocked candy bowls around the office, it is easy to see why many people fall off their diet plans during the winter months. But the drop in the weather temperature doesn’t always have to go hand in hand with an increase on the scale. Between the …
Q: I hear a lot about meal timing and avoiding eating at night. Are those late night nibbles ok? Studies show the body’s hunger and cravings for sweets, starches and salt intensify at night. Eating later may initially satisfy your hunger or sweet tooth, but that’s also the time of day when you’re not as active. Your …
I recently lost a lot of weight and am now afraid to eat almost everything, because I do not want to gain back the weight I lost. What can I do? Question: I recently lost a lot of weight and am now afraid to eat almost everything, because I do not want to gain back the …
Pizza can definitely be healthy! The key is moderation and ingredient selection. Here’s how to order a healthy pizza. Q: How Can I Order a Healthy Pizza? A: Yes, you can order a healthy pizza! To order a healthy pizza, focus on both the ingredients you choose and the serving size. If you look at most …
