According to a 2015 CNN report (1), about 95% of Americans think frozen yogurt is healthier than ice cream. Ice cream is known to be high in fat and sugar and consequently high in calories. However, fresh plain yogurt is lower in sugar, fat, calories and a good source of probiotics, calcium and potassium. So, […]
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Are Eggs Considered to Be a Dairy Product or Poultry?
Instead of asking what came first the chicken or the egg, you may be wondering are eggs a poultry or a dairy product? Eggs are not made from milk and therefore not considered dairy product. Depending on where you live, eggs may be stored next to dairy items in the grocery store. However, this is […]
Is Eating Kiwi Good for Weight Loss?
Eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables is associated with lowering risk for certain cancers, heart disease, lowering blood pressure having a positive influence of blood sugar. As Harvard Health (1) points out, no single fruit or vegetable provides all the nutrients your body needs. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables provides a […]
Can You Eat Ice Cream While on a Diet?
Arguably one of the most loved foods people like to indulge in is ice-cream. However, ice-cream is notorious for being higher in calories, sugar and fat, so like other indulgences, it is usually cut out when trying to lose weight. While over doing on splurge foods won’t help you trim your waist line, most health […]
How Much Vitamin D is Too Much and Is It Harmful to Your Health?
The body uses vitamin D to increase calcium absorption from the digestive tract, make new cells, boost immune function, and vitamin D plays a role in blood pressure regulation and insulin secretion. We can get vitamin D through the diet, but naturally only a few foods are a source of vitamin D. Dairy foods often […]
Is Chicken a Healthy Choice For Weight Loss?
Chicken is a staple in many homes; compared to other meats, it is relatively cheap protein source. Eating foods high in protein could be beneficial for weight loss because some studies suggest a higher protein intake during weight loss can help preserve muscle mass. Protein has a high satiety value meaning it helps keep you […]
How to Add Collagen Naturally in Your Daily Diet (and Why)
Collagen can be considered something that holds the body together. Collagen acts as a structural component of bones, ligaments, muscles, gums, skin and tendons. The body can make collagen and can add collagen where it’s needed in the body. Collagen is often associated with skin health because collagen plays an important role in providing elasticity […]
How Long Should You be on the BRAT Diet?
The BRAT diet is something to follow when you are transitioning from clear liquids to solid food. This is often done when you are sick with diarrhea or upset stomach. The BRAT stands for Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast. Why are these foods helpful when your digestive system is on the mend? They are relatively […]
How Can You Tell if You are Dehydrated and What to Do About It
A typical adult body is about 60% water, and the brain and heart are close to 75% water. Water is one of the essential things we need to ingest every day. The body uses water for digestion, making hormones, lining and cushioning organs, lubricating joints, eliminating toxins and delivering nutrients to body cells. The body […]
Are Apple Seeds Good for You or Poisonous?
According to the World Apple and Pear Association (WAPA), apples and pears are the most consumed fruit in the EU and second most consumed fruit in the US. Eating apples is associated with promoting health, as the saying goes an apple a day can keep the doctor away. While this saying may not have guaranteed […]
4 Foods for Lowering Your Blood Pressure Fast
The concern with having high blood pressure is you usually don’t feel it, and you may not know you have high blood pressure. Having high blood pressure can increase risk for heart disease, kidney disease, stroke or aneurysm (1). High blood pressure is considered a reading of 140/90 mm/Hg. Recommended blood pressure reading is considered […]
Does Coffee Dehydrate You More Than It Hydrates You?
Drinking at least one cup of coffee in the morning is part of a typical morning routine for over 80% of Americans. The caffeine in coffee, tea or soda can act as a stimulant to the nervous system which helps us feel more alert. In general, a cup or two of coffee per day is […]
