The Phytonutrient Dietitian
Life long health begins now – it’s never too late to create healthier habits!
Many useless or dangerous products are being sold over the internet by unscrupulous individuals/companies. Consumers need to be aware of the dangers when buying products
If you read food labels, you may be surprised by just how many foods contain sugar or high fructose corn syrup. Try to choose products
I’m here to guide you. GO grab the closest box or can!! Flip it over and what do you have?? I spy NUTRITION FACTS on
Fresh fruit or some crisp cool crunchy veggies on a hot summer’s day. Sure they are available year-round, but during other seasons they are coming
According to a recent study published May 19, 2009, in the online version of the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, ‘eating for two’ can have
May is a great time to buy local and in-season fruits and veggies, with the benefit of decreased time from the farm to your table.
A study published in the April 2009 Archives of Pediatric and Adolescence Medicine reveals that replacing sugar-sweetened beverages with water will result in a decrease
Yesterday’s New York Times article reported some interesting information on the health effects of the family’s nutritional gatekeeper. A nutritional gatekeeper prepares the family’s food and
The Problem: Not enough fruits & veggies Research shows how you eat can affect long term health –no surprise there. It can make a difference
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