When you have written over 30 books on nutrition, it is not surprising that people frequently ask, “What’s your best eating advice.” Here it is in a nutshell – short, simple and to the point. Eat less, but enjoy what you eat. Food should be a pleasurable experience, but, sadly, portions have grown enormously in … Read More
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We need to consider research as an ongoing conversation. You can’t look at one study in isolation. Every study offers its data into the research conversation. Some studies show a breakthrough in knowledge. Other studies may point out complications that need to be addressed so no one is harmed. Many studies just add a few … Read More
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Drink water. Sugary drinks are the number one source of sugar in the diet of Americans. Try flavoring water with fruit slices – lemons and lime or watermelon and fresh mint. Or freeze your favorite sweet drink into ice cubes and add a few to a glass of water – a compromise and far less … Read More
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There is no place left in the US where the majority of people are slim. Every state has an obesity rate of more than 20% of the population. In nineteen states, making up almost 40% of the US population, 30% to 35% of the states’ residents are obese. In three states, Arkansas, Mississippi and West … Read More
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Yes! Even prehistoric man used sweetness to determine which plants were edible and not poisonous. Mother’s milk, rich in lactose (milk sugar), is sweet and engages infants to suck. In food preparation sugar plays many functional roles. Sugar adds taste which often persuades people to eat foods they might otherwise not choose. We all … Read More
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Feeding your baby in the first year will involve three overlapping stages of development. All babies develop at their own rate. Your baby may begin or end each stage a little ahead or a little behind the norm. That’s fine. Just know that the first year is roughly divided into three stages. The Nursing Stage: … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Alouette has recently added Le Petite Fromage to their brand. These are small packages of cheese spread that would go well on crackers, pears or apples wedges. Each has only 40 calories and 3 grams … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Both of these brands offer a frozen treat with a more good-for-you approach. Arctic Zero is known for making low fat, lactose free, gluten free and non-GMO frozen desserts. We have highlighted the brand in the … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Cello Whisps are a unique and interesting new snack. They are made of 100% parmesan cheese, nothing else, which has been turned into a light and airy crisp. The cheese is sourced from the US. … Read More
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We love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think. Many recipes call for clarified butter which involves slowly heating unsalted butter until the water evaporates and the fat is separated from the milk solids. Making ghee is slightly different because the milk fat … Read More
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