HEALTHY EATING In recent decades, as organic foods became available, more people are asking if their fruits and vegetables need to be organic. At the moment, the debate about organic foods is ongoing. While there appears to be environmental benefits to organic farming practices, more research is needed to show how organic food impacts long-term […]
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HEALTHY EATING Protein is an essential nutrient necessary for growth and for the body to function properly. Every single cell in your body contains protein. Eating enough protein ensures your body has all the building blocks it needs to keep you strong and healthy. But, how much is enough? Too little protein puts you at
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HEALTHY EATING A healthy diet can have an effect on your brain. It can actually make you feel happy. Eat plenty of foods with omega-3 fats. These heart-healthy fats are found in fish, flaxseeds and walnuts, and may help reduce the risk of developing depression. Focus on the Mediterranean Diet. This diet includes lots of
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HEALTHY EATING Many of today’s popular diets focus on eating very few carbs, while consuming lots of fat and protein. The keto diet is one example, but other diets, such as Atkins, offer similar weight loss plans. These diets, like any diet plan, aren’t a magic bullet for weight loss. In fact, they haven’t been
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HEALTHY EATING Magnesium plays a role in more than 300 functions in the body. It is needed for muscle and nerve function, bone health, blood sugar control and regulating blood pressure. We also need magnesium to release energy in our body. Long-term low levels of magnesium could be linked to certain health problems like migraine
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HEALTHY EATING Hummus is a dip and spread that originated in the Middle East. But today, it’s popular in many parts of the world. It’s made with chickpeas, tahini (ground sesame seeds), garlic and spices. Hummus is vegan, but even meat-eaters can enjoy this spread. Hummus is a good source of plant-based protein. It’s also
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HEALTHY EATING A sustainable food system is one that provides health and food security both now and in the future. Food may be grown, processed, distributed, and prepared in ways that protect, or do not protect, the future ability to produce food. As a consumer, you can make choices that increase the demand for sustainable
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HEALTHY EATING Many people enjoy outdoor eating throughout the spring and summer. But don’t let unsafe food rain on your picnic. Food poisoning can happen when food is not kept at the right temperature during barbecues and outings. Dangerous bacteria can grow on the food and make people sick. Luckily, there are some simple precautions
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HEALTHY EATING Many food products contain “sea salt” as an ingredient instead of table salt, also commonly called “salt.” In particular, many so-called natural food products say they use sea salt. But is sea salt any healthier than old-fashioned table salt? What’s the difference? In general, sea salt has a coarse, crunchy texture. Table salt
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HEALTHY EATING A simple way to encourage your kids to eat healthy is to have healthy foods on hand and easily available to them. * Put fruits and vegetables within reach on the counter or in the refrigerator. * Save cookies and sweets as occasional treats, not everyday snacks. * Avoid buying chips, crackers and
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