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Introduction to High-Intensity Sweeteners
Whether you call them sugar substitutes, non-nutritive sweeteners or high-intensity sweeteners, you?re looking at substances that impart a sweet taste to foods and beverages. They do this either without calories or with only a few calories, and they have little to no impact on blood glucose levels.
Make Friends with Spaghetti Squash
Whip up spaghetti squash in a hurry with a pressure cooker!
Tips to Help an Overweight Child
Recently, there has been a trend of putting young, overweight children on diets meant for adults. Diets are not meant for children. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends that children who are classified as overweight or obese maintain their current weight and only attempt to lose weight through calorie restriction if other risk factors for disease are present.
How Do Minerals Work? Part One
We don?t eat rocks or dirt, but did you know that they are actually an important part of the food chain? Minerals in the earth are absorbed by water and plants, and then we absorb those same minerals when we eat plants or drink water. We also get minerals when we eat or drink foods that come from animals that consumed the mineral-rich plants and water.
Save Time with Pressure Cookers
This chili freezes very well, so make it ahead of time for a healthful dinner in a hurry.
Individualizing Patient Care: Does that Include Individualizing A1C Goals?
General recommendations from the ADA are to attain an A1C of less than 7%, but this is not the appropriate goal for everyone with diabetes. Like medications, diet, and physical activity, blood glucose goals must also be individualized. For some people with diabetes, an A1C of less than 6.5% is ideal, and for others a good goal is less than 8% or even 8.5%, according to a 2012 consensus report in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society and Diabetes Care.
Do Gut Microbes Impact Human Health?
Biologists have long known that the bacteria, protozoa, fungi, yeast, and other microbes that inhabit the guts of all animals can play a key role in their ability to survive.
November Poster Contest Winners
It's December, which means that it's time to reveal the winners of the November poster contest! Are you ready for this?
Are You Physically Active?
Are your clients physically active? Have them assess their habits with this quirky quiz!
Breaking News: FDA's Menu Labeling Calorie Labeling Rules
The FDA has just released their guide to menu labeling, and this post has everything you need to know...
Guide to Prediabetes
In honor of American Diabetes Month, we're cracking the vault to offer you the latest resources for your clients. Today's sneak preview is from Hollis Bass, MEd, RD, and it's all about prediabetes...
5 Dinner Options for Everyone
I've put together some ideas to help your clients manage the family dinner minefield and put together healthful meals that everyone will love. Check them out!
December 2014
Handouts and research and tips, oh my! Here's everything you need for a creative and healthful December...
The Impact of Atkins on Nutrition Research
Bazzano and Hu?s study does not provide convincing evidence that replacing whole grains, fruits, and beans with fatty animal products high in saturated fat and cholesterol won't promote atherosclerosis and more CVD in the long term.
Add Bright Colors to Any Holiday Meal
This holiday salad is bright with green and red. It?s a great starter for a holiday meal, or a fun dish to bring to a party or pot luck.
Help! I Have Prediabetes!
Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with prediabetes? Here?s what you need to know.
Try a Healthful and Festive Dessert
Pumpkin isn?t just for early fall! This festive dessert comes together in a snap and is cute enough for any holiday table.
Snacking for Success
Are you a snacker? Most Americans are. We tend to eat throughout the day, rather than opting for three ?square? meals. You may think that snacking is a diet destroyer, but it can actually help you stay on track toward your health goal. The secret is in the snack you pick.
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