Love to Snack? Make Choices for Good Health
There is a whole lot of snacking going on. At one time snacks were relegated to a light bite for children between the end of the school...
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- Aug 26, 2014
- 3 min
Don’t Add Weight Gain to the Syllabus this Fall
College can be a liberating time with all new freedoms—for example, there are plenty of food options, and students don’t have to consider...
- May 9, 2014
- 3 min
Make Wise Choices at Food Celebrations
There are a lot of food-related events and activities slated for May National Hamburger Month, and National Barbecue Month and more. In...
- Jan 29, 2014
- 2 min
Well-Being Choices Help Boost Energy
There is always something somewhere in print, online, radio or television about the most recent diet. You’ll see it more often the first...
- Dec 18, 2013
- 3 min
Reds in Season
With the arrival of the end of the year holidays I get the impression that my clients think they have a pass on doing the right thing....
- Nov 26, 2013
- 2 min
Taking A Look at Trans Fats
Doughnut—do-not; popcorn—push away and cake mix minus. All of these are foods that can include trans fats. Now some of you may agree “Oh...
- Nov 13, 2013
- 2 min
Energy Boosting Help to Fight Fatigue
With the holiday season right around the corner I am starting to get lots of questions about how to squeeze a few more activities into...
- Sep 25, 2013
- 3 min
Store Peak Tomatoes & Herbs for Year ‘Round Good Eating
During these waning days of summer, I’m being a bit greedy, trying to get my fill of the fresh flavors of locally grown fruit and...
- Jun 12, 2013
- 3 min
Soul Foods to Power Foods—They’re Good For You
I recently visited Brazil experiencing the culture and beauty of this southernmost country. In most cultures there are foods that are...
- Mar 20, 2013
- 3 min
The Season’s Best Spring Produce for Good Health
We’ve had unpredictable and unseasonable weather in just about every region of the country throughout the season. About now we are all...
- Mar 7, 2013
- 2 min
Shape Up Your Plate With Your Personal Dietary Style
One of the great things about food is the diversity and the options available. Folks can choose their favorite foods and their dietary...
- Feb 20, 2013
- 3 min
Milking Chocolate for Healthy Benefits
I’m making a confession. I am one of the stealth chocoholics. That is bad news and good news—the bad news is that like you, it can be...
- Dec 5, 2012
- 2 min
Food Gifts for a Healthy Lifestyle
When selecting gifts savvy shoppers have mastered the art of choosing the perfect gift—that’s the one the recipients will feel were...
- Oct 17, 2012
- 3 min
Good Health at Any Age
I get a lot of questions on food choices . . .”How can I avoid wrinkles, belly fat, loss of skin elasticity and reading glasses?” In...
- Aug 2, 2012
- 2 min
Energy in Your Pocket
I am always asked “How can I keep my energy up and eat less?” The quick answer in a nutshell focuses on the nutritious options of nuts....
- Jun 20, 2012
- 3 min
Fresh from the Farmers’ Market
Although farmers’ markets or curb markets as they’re called in some parts of the country date back to the era of the family farm, these...
- Jun 6, 2012
- 3 min
Celebrate Father’s Day with Grilling for Good Health
The third Sunday in June is the designated date that marks Father’s Day. Though it was recognized in the early 20th century, it did not...
- May 18, 2012
- 2 min
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month
There are a lot of happening events in May, but I choose to blog about a subject very near and dear to me. My family tree is riddled with...
- Jan 29, 2012
- 2 min
Your Super Bowl Game Plan For Eating Healthy
Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day for U.S. food consumption, after Thanksgiving Day, according to Wikipedia. Develop a winning...
- Jan 3, 2012
- 3 min
ORGANIC FOODS 101
Organic foods have become more popular these days and a serious consideration when shopping for our families. Buying organic can be...