HEALTHY EATING Oils are high in fat and calories – so why does olive oil have a reputation as a health food? Not all fats are unhealthy if you consume small to moderate amounts. Extra virgin olive oil is a healthy choice because: * It’s high in monounsaturated fats. These fats help lower bad cholesterol, […]
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HEALTHY EATING Curry is a unique, delicious spice commonly found in East Indian cuisine. Curry powder is actually a blend of several ground spices, including turmeric, coriander, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and chili. Each mixture can be different, and its color ranges from golden yellow to deep orange. The spices that make up curry powder have
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HEALTHY EATING People have been cooking bones to make bone broth for thousands of years. Today, this age-old recipe is being promoted as a superfood. But, do these health claims hold water? Here are three main points to keep in mind: 1. Homemade bone broth usually contains more protein than store-bought broth. 2. You can
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HEALTHY EATING Focus on the veggies your kids will eat, not on the ones they won’t, suggests food scientist Brian Wansink of Cornell University. Don’t give up too early on kids who don’t like vegetables. Dr. Wansink and his colleagues identified favorite vegetables in a panel of mothers with 2 kids. Moms and kids could
HEALTHY EATING Antioxidants play an important role in overall health. They are natural compounds found in some foods that help neutralize free radicals in our bodies. Free radicals are substances that occur naturally in our bodies but attack the fats, protein, and the DNA in our cells, which can cause different types of diseases and
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HEALTHY EATING The potato (sadly in the form of French fries) is number one. But when you look at non-starchy veggies, the tomato comes out on top. Eating canned tomatoes provides the greatest source of antioxidants to Americans’ diets-more than any other non-starchy vegetable. People who eat diets rich in fruits and vegetables tend to
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HEALTHY EATING Low-fat diets and low-fat foods have been around for years. But should we really be avoiding fat for better health? The answer isn’t simple. Although quantity of fat does matter, quality is also very important. Your body needs some fat to function and stay healthy. So, eating the right kinds of fats can
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HEALTHY EATING Even if you know you need to eat smaller portions, that’s only part of the battle. You’ll need to learn how to recognize serving sizes of foods so you can put the right amount on your plate each day. Here’s a list of food group servings to help: Vegetables Fresh, frozen or canned:
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HEALTHY EATING White vinegar has a number of household uses. Some people use it for cleaning, laundry and flushing out the coffee maker. It’s also been used for centuries to preserve food, especially vegetables. But don’t let the strong vinegar odor turn you off from all vinegars. In fact, there are many different types that
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HEALTHY EATING Eating healthy can be confusing. The Internet is full of healthy eating advice – and some of it is conflicting. For starters, ignore these food myths, which could be standing in the way of your healthy eating goals. Myth #1: Health food is expensive and exotic. While some exotic foods are good for
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