Healthy Eating Blog
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Nov 30, 2020
Chia Seed - Nutrition in a tiny package
The benefits and uses of chia seed, which has recently become a popular super food
Nov 25, 2020
Recipe Calzones
Recipe Calzones, homemade bread with a wonderful pizza or spinach-ricotta filling.
Nov 24, 2020
Good Fat - It's Not an Oxymoron!
A discussion of good fat and how you can improve your health by including healthy fat in your diet.
Nov 23, 2020
Healthy Carbohydrates
In spite of a bad reputation, there are healthy carbohydrates that you can include in your diet.
Nov 20, 2020
Healthy Eating Diet Advice - Lose Weight and Stay Healthy
This page gives you some healthy eating diet advice that will help you lose weight without risking your good health.
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Nov 19, 2020
Iron Sources and Functions
Discussion of iron sources and functions, and how you can make sure you get enough of this important mineral.
Nov 18, 2020
Childhood Obesity
Discussion of fructose and what may be a key to childhood obesity, to help you raise healthier kids
Nov 17, 2020
Vitamin E Nutrition
Vitamin E nutrition tells you everything you need to understand about this important vitamin.
Nov 16, 2020
Diabetes Facts - What you need to know
This page provides a list of diabetes facts to help you understand this debilitating disease.
Nov 13, 2020
Phytochemicals - Plant Nutrients for Your Good Health
A discussion of phytochemicals and how you can include these protective plant nutrients in your healthy diet.
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Nov 12, 2020
Vitamin C Sources and Functions
Vitamin C sources and functions discussed, along with the importance of getting enough of this important vitamin.
Nov 11, 2020
Getting Enough Iodine
Carol's question... I cannot have either dairy or seafood because of severe food allergies. Therefore, from what other sources can I obtain iodine?
Nov 10, 2020
Eating Healthy Plan
Eating Healthy Plan is the basis for a healthy diet with practical steps you can take in your plan to eat healthy.
Nov 09, 2020
Daily Protein Requirement
Your daily protein requirement can be calculated with a mathematical equation or by using portion size.
Nov 06, 2020
Vitamin B12 Foods and Functions
A discussion of vitamin B12 foods and functions, including why it is of particular importance to the elderly.
Nov 05, 2020
Tips on Eating Healthy - Buying, preparing and eating tips
Tips on Eating Healthy - Suggestions for buying, preparing and eating to make it easier for you to be healthy.
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Nov 04, 2020
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Super foods!
A new category of foods called Super foods is discussed , including definition, types and examples.
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Nov 03, 2020
What do vegetarians eat? It's more than "rabbit food!"
An answer to the question, what do vegetarians eat, including different types of vegetarianism and recipe ideas.
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Nov 02, 2020
Preventing Osteoporosis
A list of foods for preventing osteoporosis that you may wish to include in your healthy eating plan.
Oct 30, 2020
Incomplete Protein - Otherwise known as plant-based protein
Incomplete protein is discussed with emphasis on sources and a list of proteins that complement each other.
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Oct 29, 2020
Eating Gluten Free
Marilyn's Question... I recently discovered I am gluten intolerant. Pre-mixed seasonings (i.e. chili mix, taco mix, meatloaf mix) and condiments are a
Oct 28, 2020
Carbohydrate Definition
A carbohydrate definition, including the type and function of this important nutrient in a healthy diet.
Oct 27, 2020
Food Additives
A discussion of food additives including a printable list arranged by category to help you know what you are eating.
Oct 26, 2020
Measure Flour Correctly for Perfect Baked Goods
You need to know how to measure flour correctly in order to have your recipes turn out the best baked products.
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Oct 23, 2020
Healthy Eating Water - The essential nutrient we often forget
Healthy Eating Water - Why water is such an important nutrient and one we often forget when planning a healthy diet.
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Oct 22, 2020
Recipe Nut Loaf
Recipe Nut Loaf for a nice meatless addition to your menu planning and a chance to try something different.
Oct 21, 2020
Foods with MSG - Finding monosodium glutamate on food labels
Foods with MSG in its various forms, including other names for monosodium glutamate that appear on food labels.
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Oct 20, 2020
Turmeric spice - A powerhouse of nutrition
Turmeric spice is that bright yellow seasoning that gives mustard its yellow color and is used in Indian curries.
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Oct 19, 2020
Healthy Eating Diet - 10 Tips to Eating Healthy
Ten tips for your healthy eating diet, including buying and preparing healthy food.
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Oct 16, 2020
Healthy Eating for Seniors
List of strategies for healthy eating for seniors, including eating and lifestyle tips in a printable list.
Oct 15, 2020
Recipe Refries
Recipe Refries for anyone interested in making their own Mexican cuisine at home.
Oct 12, 2020
Healthy Liver - Foods and Functions
A discussion of how the liver functions and what you can do to support and maintain a healthy liver.
Oct 09, 2020
Zinc Sources and Functions
Discussion of zinc sources and functions, and the important role this mineral has to play in your good health.
Oct 08, 2020
Flaxseed - A good source of Omega-3 fats
Flaxseed is high in Omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to be beneficial in lowering cholesterol.
Oct 07, 2020
Sources of Omega-3 fats Besides Fish Oil
Marilyn's question... I am allergic to fish. How can I get enough Omega 3 as needed for good heart health? Is there another way to take it in a capsule
Oct 06, 2020
Vitamin B12 Sources and Functions
Discussion of Vitamin B12 sources and functions to help you succeed with a healthy eating lifestyle.
Oct 05, 2020
Nutritional Foods
Nutritional foods - what generally makes a food nutritious as well as specific foods that are part of a healthy diet.
Oct 02, 2020
Licorice for Digestion
Licorice for digestion, including a form called DGL which provides the benefit without the possible side effects.
Oct 01, 2020
Vitamin D Sources and Functions
Vitamin D Sources and Functions tells you everything you need to understand about this important vitamin.
Sep 30, 2020
Is White Bread the Same as Sugar?
Shari's question... My husband and I are having a disagreement, and I am hoping you can settle it. He says that eating white bread is the same as eating
Sep 29, 2020
Carb Sources and Functions
Carb sources and functions described in detail, including types of carbohydrates, portion size and daily requirements.
Sep 28, 2020
High Fructose Corn Syrup
A discussion of high fructose corn syrup and how it may affect your healthy eating choices.
Sep 25, 2020
Making Soup - A Seasonal Labor of Love
Making soup: including recipes and tips to help you warm up your autumn and winter menus.
Sep 24, 2020
Egg Day - A Holiday for the Birds?
Egg Day and how eggs can be part of a healthy eating lifestyle.
Sep 23, 2020
Risk Factors for Osteoporosis
Risk factors for osteoporosis, both the ones you can control and the ones you cannot when it comes to bone health.
Sep 22, 2020
My Cream Soup has Curdled
Montana's question... I just finished making cream of chicken soup with veggies and after all the hard work, (and just like the last time, twice out
Sep 21, 2020
Cancer Prevention on Both Sides of the Ball
A discussion of cancer prevention through healthy eating choices.
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