Buffets are a guilty pleasure. Or maybe they are unavoidable when you’re dining on a cruise ship or squeezing in a quick lunch at the hotel salad bar. But we all have heard the buffet horror stories b...
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Rene Ficek, registered dietitian and the lead nutrition expert at Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating is included in the story written by Katie Rosenbrock titled, "Timeless Health and Fitness Secrets We L...
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You may have heard over the years the saying that, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Well, not exactly but sort of, it seems. According to recent findings by researchers from the University of M...
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The key to losing weight is often a much sought after goal for many people, some people spend years attempting to do so.With a third of the U.S. population obese, it is no surprise weight loss tops th...
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Vitamins and supplements are doing more harm than good it seems.While most people who consume supplements tend to think they are doing something good for their health, while in fact, they may actually...
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Eating for eye health is a relatively new idea and more is being written about it these days it seems. Powerful pigments found in antioxidants are key to eye health. Carrots were always thought to be...
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In the battle of sugary cereal versus oatmeal, as kids, most of us would go against the grain and succumb to the sweet taste of Frosted Flakes. However, as we get older, our health forces us to end ou...
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Did you know that nearly 80 percent of the salt the average American eats every day comes from restaurant meals, take-out food and packaged products instead of home cooked meals? It’s true, according...
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Psoriatic arthritis is characterized by joint pain, swelling, and stiffness — all of which are caused by the underlying inflammation that is a hallmark of the condition.While your doctor may prescribe...
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You may have heard recently that there are new nutrition guidelines that are about to come about this year. I believe change is good, and I think you’ll agree these changes are long over due!First of...
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It’s 9 p.m. on a Wednesday night. You’ve cleaned up from dinner, your kids have gotten their baths, and the house is blanketed in silence. You are faced with a familiar grumbling, and suddenly the its...
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A recent study warns even if you don’t have high blood pressure or develop it from eating too much salt in your diet, you may still be doing serious damage to your body – namely blood vessels, heart,...
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Marijuana's cousin provides a good source of protein, fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.Think about eating hemp seeds and what springs to mind? Maybe hippies selling hemp bracelets at music festivals? And...
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Honey contains a treasure chest of hidden nutritional and medicinal value for centuries. The sweet golden liquid from the beehive is a popular kitchen staple loaded with antibacterial and antifungal p...
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Do you love cheese as much as chocolate? Do you put it in the same category — as an only-sometimes treat? According to the International Dairy Foods Association, 10.6 billion pounds of cheese were pro...
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Be honest with yourself. When is the last time you took stock of your fridge, pantry and freezer? If you answer six months (or longer) then the time is now. Create a culture of health starting at home...
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The next time your mouth is on fire after eating a spicy dish, just remember all the good it’s doing your body. Depending on your culture or how sensitive your taste buds are, hot peppers or hot sauce...
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March is National Nutrition Month and what better time to think about improving eating habits than spring.As a registered dietitian I know there are many people who desire a healthy diet, but feel lik...
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