Nutrition Advice & Tips
It is National Nutrition Month and attention is being called to vegetables, specifically dark green veggies. Dark greens are a subset of the larger vegetable food group and includes foods such as kale, spinach, collard greens, lettuce greens, bok choy and broccoli in addition to many others. Dark greens are nutrient dense, adding many benefits […]
Read More ⟶This week I am putting in a huge plug for The Produce Box, a farm-fresh garden delivery service. For less than $30 a week you can have fresh produce delivered right to your door. You can even customize your weekly delivery and add on farmer’s meats, cheeses, jams, breads, and more! Simply visit the producebox.com […]
Read More ⟶Do you go to the yogurt section of the grocery store and immediately feel overwhelmed? Greek or non Greek? Fat free or original? Light or plain? Which one do you choose? When I am selecting a yogurt, I look for the Greek varieties for a higher protein content because I know that it will be […]
Read More ⟶I was recently asked my opinion about the popular Paleo-style diet trend and the spin-off plans, Whole 30 and The Next 56 Days. These plans are reported to be anti-inflammatory and they focus on whole foods to include meats, vegetables, fruits, and fats. They strictly limit or eliminate grains, dairy, beans, legumes, and refined sugars. […]
Read More ⟶As we continue to celebrate heart month, let’s focus on eating a diet high in fiber and low in saturated fats. Beans can be an excellent source of protein that can replace animal proteins with meals. Not only do beans include a good source of protein, they are an excellent source of fiber as well. […]
Read More ⟶In February, you can find a heart almost anywhere. Valentines adorn most every store. That is most likely why February is also heart-health awareness month – a very easy correlation to make, and an important one too. Sadly, heart-disease is the leading cause of death in both adult males and females in the United States. […]
Read More ⟶About a month ago, I was watching TV and flipping through the stations and came across this new reality TV show called “My Diet is Better Than Yours.” I was only able to watch about 5 minutes before I had to change the channel because I was so disappointed that a show like this would […]
Read More ⟶You often hear North Carolinians boast that here we enjoy all four seasons. Sunny and 78 degrees are wonderful, but in 365 days, you might need a change. So, as we roll through our winter months, let’s agree to make the most of every season, even those with frigid air, shortened days and, yes, snow! […]
Read More ⟶So, here we are in January-the holidays are past us, the warm weather of Spring seems so far away, it is dark earlier, and snow is in the forecast. Does this make you want to eat more of the typical comfort foods and hibernate? If so, you might have a case of the standard “Winter […]
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