Jo-Ann Heslin, MA, RD, CDN

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. In the past we have highlighted Garden Lites vegetables soufflés . The company has expanded its product line to include Veggie Muffins. They are available in 5 flavors. • Zucchini Chocolate • Carrot … Read More

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Milk drinkers consistently out perform non-milk drinkers when taking tests.   … Read More

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The myth of milk causing mucus and worsening asthma symptoms is so long standing that many doctors suggest eliminating milk. In a study where people believed that milk caused mucus, they were giving both milk to drink and soy milk. They reported the same symptoms for both, believing the soy milk was cow’s milk — a … 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. Eating some nuts every day is a healthy habit. Almonds have been shown to aid in weight loss and pistachios are rich in antioxidants and help to lower LDL cholesterol. Wonderful Pistachios, Almonds, and … Read More

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Did you know? 76% of adult eating is not tied to a family meal. Moms are buying and stocking the kitchen with grab-and-go, 24/7 food choices that fit each family members preferences and schedules. This is too bad because family meals shape more than food habits. Eat together today. It is more important than you … Read More

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Over the past few years money has been tight and people are looking to not only save money when they grocery shop but they want their dollars to count with healthy food purchases. 32% of shoppers are making food decisions based on the nutrition value of foods 55% of shoppers have switched to whole grain … 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. Tofurky  best known for its meatless Tofurky roast has branched out into other meat free products. Its latest addition is Tofurky Artisan Sausages. They are vegan, non-GMO (not genetically modified), kosher certified (KSA), and … Read More

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Researchers have found that lack of sleep stimulates the part of the brain that is involved with appetite. Those who get too little sleep are hungrier.   … Read More

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We know that high fat diets promote airway inflammation but we now know that diets rich in fiber and antioxidants can protect against inflammation and reduce asthma symptoms. If you have asthma, what you eat will affect how well you breathe. Diet linked to severe asthma … 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. The goal of the Better 4 U!  brand is to make the healthiest frozen pizzas available in supermarket freezers by lowering calories, fat and sodium and increasing the protein and fiber. The original varieties … Read More

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