Cherry blossoms signal the coming of spring and we are sure it is summer when fresh cherries appear in the supermarket. Otherwise, few of us give cherries a second thought. We should. Research is showing that tart cherries–the type used in cherry pie filling, for cherry juice, and the dried variety–rank as a superfruit. Forget … Read More
Healthy Eating
When the government issues new guidelines about food and healthy eating, most Americans throw up their hands in dismay and walk away baffled by the suggestions. Many say the recommendations do not reflect their traditional, social, or cultural eating habits. For example, they may never drink milk. Even if the government recommends drinking more milk … Read More
A person’s sense of worth and self-esteem can be measured by the foods you eat. Value yourself; make a commitment to eating well. … Read More
Sandwiches are the number 1 dinner entrée eaten at home according to a study reported in Progressive Grocer. Americans are into convenience. It’s the driving factor when it comes to food choices. And, nothing is simpler to make or eat than a sandwich. Didn’t most of us grow up on PB&J? Did you know there … Read More
To be healthier, eat more veggies and get off the sofa. A recent government survey showed that most adults eat only 2 servings of fruits and vegetables a day; and only 22% of us regularly exercise 30 minutes each day. … Read More
Capers are tiny but they are packed with powerful antioxidants. When added to meat and poultry dishes, even in small amounts, capers prevented the formation of harmful byproducts that increase your risk for heart disease and cancer. … Read More
Myth: Most of us never get enough calcium. Truth: With the ever-growing number of calcium-fortified foods – including Total cereal with 1,000 milligrams per serving – it is becoming all too easy to get too much. Regularly consuming 2,500 milligrams a day of calcium may cause kidney stones, kidney damage and block the absorption of … Read More
Myth: Fiber has no calories. Truth: Fiber is the woody or gummy portion of plants that is harder for the body to break down. It provides fewer calories than starch and sugar, which are easily broken down, but fiber is not calorie free. One gram of fiber has 1.5 to 2.5 calories; one gram or … Read More
Oh, stop laughing. It has happened to many of us who eat asparagus. Shortly afterwards, when you go to the bathroom, your urine has an odd odor. Not exactly dinner time conversation, but I bet you’ve often wondered why. A sulfur-containing compound, asparaguisic acid seems to be the culprit. It protects asparagus from infestation during … Read More
Myth: Salt water fish have more salt (sodium) than fresh water fish. Truth: Both types of fish are low salt choices. There is little difference in the sodium (salt) level between the two because the cells of living organisms have a narrow range of tolerance for salt. Salt water fish have gill cells that excrete … Read More
