Research published in the Journal of Neuroscience, out of the Oregon Health & Science University shows that nerve cell in the eye requires vitamin C to work properly. The retina of the eye, which is part of the central nervous system, needs to be bathed in vitamin C to function correctly. This could have implications … 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.
La Terra Fina which produces a line of refrigerated dips and quiches has expanded its quiche lineup with a traditional Quiche Lorraine. Like the other quiches in the line, Quiche Lorraine is made with egg whites, not whole eggs, plus bacon and Swiss cheese. A 4.5 ounce servings which equals one-fifth of the quiche has 320 calories, 19 grams of fat (8 grams are saturated fat), 30 milligrams of cholesterol, and 550 milligrams of sodium… … Read More
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Lifestyle trumps drugs for a healthy heart. Not smoking, drinking in moderation, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and eating right can reduce the risk of heart disease by 87%. … Read More
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When schools cut physical education they not only make kids more inactive but they miss a great learning opportunity as well. Recent research out of the University of South Carolina implemented a daily 40-minute physical education program for elementary children in a low-scoring school in Charsleston, South Carolina. Prior to this the children had 40 … Read More
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e love to try new foods. Some are great. Some don’t measure up and some become staples in our kitchen. See what you think.
We can’t remember ever opening multiple jars of mustard and tasting them. But, that is exactly what we did recently and the results were enjoyable, tasteful and sometimes surprising. Beaverton Foods, Inc. is a third generation, family owned, condiment company. We tried mustards from their Inglehoffer and Beaver brands… … Read More
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Go easy mixing diet drinks and alcohol. Ordering an alcoholic drink with sugar-free syrup, sugar-free juice, or diet soda could make you tipsy faster. Sugar free add-ons make alcohol to leave your stomach quicker causing higher blood alcohol to rise more quickly. … Read More
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It has been suggested that the location of quick-service restaurants and convenience stores near schools, particularly high schools with open campuses, is one of the main drivers for obesity in children. Some cities have even proposed a ban on building and operating quick-service restaurants near schools. A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition … 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.
Sometimes what is old can be brand new again. Uncle Sam cereal, first produced in 1908, looks like a product recently developed to meet current nutrition trends. Made from red winter wheatberries (whole wheat kernels) that are rolled, toasted and flatten and mixed with omega-3-rich flaxseeds, plus a little salt and barley malt (no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives). The cereal is rich in healthy fat and fiber and contains only a trace of sugar.
It is crunchy and holds up well in milk and works as a topping on yogurt or as an added crunch in soup or a salad.
Company legend has it that the founder Lafayette Coltrin was told by his doctor to add flaxseed to his diet. He enjoyed it mixed with whole wheat flakes that he ate for breakfast. He decided to market the combination and Uncle Sam was born. Until recently a profile of a top-hated man adorned the box, which was supposed to be Coltrin who resembled the mythical Uncle Sam, hence the name… … Read More
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Myth: Water is the only fluid that truly hydrates your body. According to the International Center for Sports Nutrition, juice, milk, soft drinks, coffee and other beverages count too. Research has shown that the dehydrating effect of caffeine-containing coffee and soda has been exaggerated. An average 12-ounce can of caffeine-containing soda results in the loss … Read More
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The numbers on your blood test are important to predict your future heart health. If they fall within the normal range, your doctor will recommend another screening in a year or more. If your numbers are up, your doctor may recommend some lifestyle changes or even medication. What do those numbers really mean? Total Cholesterol: … Read More
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