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7 Fall Treats Under 70 Calories
October 6, 2008
The Anti-Aging Benefits of Vitamin B
October 3, 2008
Bananas aren’t just for making a bowl of bran cereal less boring. They are rich in vitamin B, something your body may need more of as you age, especially if you’re a woman.
Tufts University researchers found that women of childbearing age, particularly those taking oral contraceptives, are much more likely than men to have inadequate amounts of vitamin B6. The nutrient is necessary for estrogen metabolism, researchers say, and the Pill adds more estrogen to your body. Read More
How to Satisfy Late-Night Cravings
October 3, 2008
Q: What can I eat when I’m hungry late at night but have already consumed everything my diet allows for the day?
A: If it happens only once in a while, it’s OK to indulge with a low-calorie snack, even if you’re at your daily diet max. Sip a small glass of vegetable or tomato juice, both of which are thick enough to offer a sense of fullness. Another option: an 8-ounce glass of skim milk. It’s light and filling (thanks to the protein content) but has more calories than veggie juice, so give in only when you’re extra hungry. Read More
Eat for Gorgeous Skin
October 3, 2008
A delicious edamame appetizer followed by a grilled-tuna dinner might help cure crow’s-feet.
Researchers in Korea recently discovered a naturally occurring fat (phosphatidylserine) in foods like edamame (green soybeans), as well as tuna and mackerel, that can fight wrinkles caused by sun damage and natural aging. Read More
Pregnancy Nutrition Myths Busted
Tips and tricks from our resident dietitian, Julie Upton, RD
October 2, 2008
Several of my close friends are, or were, recently pregnant. What I found most curious is how they suddenly became dietitians or nutritionists in their own right, just from being preggers.
I’m convinced that for every pregnant woman, a “new moms’ tale” (think “old wives’ tale,” but younger, hipper, and more widely circulated on the Internet) is born. In addition to the idea that carrying a baby low means it’s a boy, or that castor oil induces contractions, most of my friends’ newfound nutrition knowledge is, well, mostly false.
Here are some myths that my girlfriends have come up with recently, and how I set the record straight. Read More
Allergy-Free Baking: Save Your Favorite Recipes With These Substitutions
Cook like a pro with celebrity natural-foods chef Bethenny Frankel
October 1, 2008
As a natural-foods chef, an important part of my business is to know the synergy between food and healing, and more specifically, the effects of certain foods on different people’s diets.
My line of baked goods, bethennybakes, was created to appeal to a captive audience: people with food allergies. I was running a health-food restaurant chain, and I was astounded by the amount of people who were allergic to wheat, dairy, and eggs. Read More
Slideshow: Inside Crunch Tests New Kashi Bars and More
September 24, 2008
This week we sampled Kashi Go Lean Crunchy! Protein & Fiber Bars and Crunchmaster Oven Baked Multi-Seed Crackers. Check out our slideshow to find out if these foods met the Inside Crunch standards.
Sweet Tooth? Blame Your Genes
September 24, 2008
If you can’t control yourself around cakes and cookies, University of Toronto researchers think they know why.
In a new study, people with a genetic quirk drank 44% more sugary drinks, ate 34% more sweets, and consumed 100 to 200 more calories a day from the extra sugar. Read More
Amazing Autumn Salad With Pumpkinseeds and Cranberries
September 24, 2008
Earthy pumpkinseeds, sweet cranberries, and nutty Manchego cheese make this salad recipe a standout.
Prep: 10 minutes
Makes 4 servings Read More
How Popcorn Can Be Good for Your Health
September 24, 2008
Did you know popcorn is a healthy whole grain, the kind linked to lower rates of diabetes and heart disease? It’s true.
And popcorn fans will love this news, too: People who eat it every day consume 250% more whole grains and 22% more fiber than those who don’t, according to a study from the Center for Human Nutrition in Omaha, Neb. Read More
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