In order to help consumers understand protein choices the Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides protein equivalents to help in meal and snack planning. One ounce of meat is equal to: 1 egg, ¼ cup of beans, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, 2 ounces of tofu, and a half ounce of mixed nuts. Protein is used … 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. Beans are an inexpensive, nutrient-rich, fiber-rich, protein-alternative that is not only good for the environment and your health but they fit into the advice to eat a more plant-friendly diet. Yet … 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. Shrewd Food is a brand whose mission is to develop high protein, low carb, low sugar, low calorie snacks made without artificial flavors and no added colors. We tried three different … 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. IWON Organics produces a line of high protein, high fiber snacks that are USDA Organic, NonGMO Project Verified, and kosher certified (KOF-K). We tasted Protein Stixs and Protein Puffs. Both are … Read More
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Everywhere you turn, food is being pumped with added protein – broth, cereal, yogurt, bread, frozen dinners, energy bars, jerky, snack chips as well as meat and milk substitutes. We are led to believe that we are a protein deprived population. Nothing could be further from the truth. Protein is part of every cell inside … Read More
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The newest evidence is showing that as we get older we may need more protein than younger adults to conserve muscles and prevent age-related declines in health and physical functioning. Your body is in a constant state of building and repair. Protein is the most important element to get the work done. In the past … Read More
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People who are significantly overweight often deal with sleep disturbances, most notably sleep apnea. Those who are chronically sleep deprived tend to gain weight more easily and have a tougher time getting the weight off. A recent study found that overweight adults who ate more protein while dieting had improved sleep quality. This was the first study to explore how diet can … Read More
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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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That is the threshold question and the current marketing hype to push protein-fortified foods has muddied the correct message. The Institutes of Medicine’s Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) recommends 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of weight (1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds). That translates into 68 grams of protein a day for a 150-pound person. Most … 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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