A couple of weeks ago we tackled the myth that brown sugar was healthier for you than white. Inevitably comments came in regarding alternative sweeteners, such as aspartame and sucralose (the main ingredient in Splenda), asking if these were the answer since obviously sugar, brown or white, seemed to be unhealthy. Currently, in the nutritional world this is a hot topic.
Read MoreIt’s July…the sun is finally shining and unfortunately my research into alternative sweeteners has been pushed aside – sorry Evan but you’ll have to stay tuned until next week. With so many opinions floating around about what it means to eat healthy, eating can feel like a game with too many choices to choose from. So for this week I pass on one of my many food philosophies that will hopefully help you out.
Read MoreHere I was at the gym enjoying my 30 minutes of elliptical bliss when I noticed another gym user take a swig of his Gatorade. This scenario made me laugh because do you really need a sports drink only to run on a treadmill for half an hour? If he’s at the gym to lose weight or to get fit then burning calories matters and his logic doesn’t add up.
Read MoreTrace minerals such as iron are something people don’t usually talk about, but why? Maybe it’s because as their definition implies, they are needed in such small quantities that they are perceived as not important. However, they are essential for normal development, function, and overall health. So what do I mean when I say ‘small quantities’? In this case I’m referring to 100 mg a day. In fact, all of the trace minerals combined make up less than 1% of the minerals in our body. As the old adage goes, good things come in small packages.
Read MoreThis week I present my first, out of many, rotten eggs. The ‘rotten egg’ will be a series of posts where I attempt to bust current food myths, and the first one I’m tackling involves the notion that brown sugar is somehow healthier for you than white.
Read MoreLast week while attempting to tackle the Coke dilemma a follow up question arose from a reader. Therefore, this week I’ll embark upon a journey that takes us into a world that is enjoyed by 60% of the adult population in order to answer his burning question – what is better for you: drinking a Coke or drinking a beer? (Thanks Luke)!
Read MoreIt’s late afternoon on a hot, humid summer day – you want something cold to drink, something that will quench your thirst. You reach for a beer but that won’t do, and water is not even an option at this point because you want a Coke. I love Coke and who doesn’t? Maybe those Pepsi lovers but this dilemma still applies to them – this week I present to you the Coke dilemma.
Read MoreSay it with me – Fat, Fat, Fat…see it wasn’t that bad. Fats are essential for good health, so why do fats have such a bad reputation? It’s because not all fats are created equal from a health perspective. Fats add flavor and texture to your food while providing energy and vitamins to your body. It also allows you to feel full and satisfied after a meal.
Read MoreBefore you get up for seconds or order dessert do you ever ask yourself “am I full?” If so, this little tidbit might come in handy.
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