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Benefits Of Oatmeal: Why You Should Add The Power Food To Your High-Fiber Diet

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...

Eighty Percent

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...

5 Anti-Inflammatory Spices for Psoriatic Arthritis

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...

2015 Dietary Guidelines

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...

The Worst Snacks You Can Eat Before Going to Bed

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...

Salt Bad for More than Blood Pressure

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,...

What You Need To Know About Hemp Seeds

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...

Liquid Gold: 7 Health Benefits Of Honey That Could Heal Your Whole Body

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...

Facts About Cheese

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...

16 Expert-Recommended Steps to Spring-Clean Your Kitchen

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...

Weight Loss Foods: Eat Spicy To Help You Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals

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...

Shape up eating habits for spring

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...

More Whole Grains, Less Heart Disease

A new study out today links whole grain consumption and heart disease risk. The findings? More whole grains, less heart disease.According to The American Journal of Cardiology where the findings...

The 'Do’s and Don’ts' for Heart Health

With American Heart this month, it’s a great time to remember ways to keep your heart healthy diet. Here’s a list of ‘dos and don’ts' for heart health. I hope you enjoy! The Heart Hea...

They aren’t what they say they are

It seems that many herbal supplements aren’t what they say they are. After an ongoing investigation into supplements by the New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, testing found that four major r...

Healthier Fast Food

Healthier fast food, sounds like an oxymoron doesn't it? Well, it seems there's been some discussion recently about that very subject. And, I'm happy to say, the media has reported it correctly noting...