Do you know the difference between a snack and a treat? A snack is a small portion of healthy nutrition between meals when needed. A treat is a non-nutritious but tasty tidbit that should be reserved for rare occasions. This article explains this further and offers some terrific snack ideas!
Nutrition and Diet
Gluten-Free Recipe Ideas
This article has some great ideas for gluten-free meals and snacks. A couple words of caution: 1–use only freshly ground flax seed (do not buy the pre-ground meal) and 2–use gluten-free baked goods as treats only (they are low in nutrients and high in carbohydrates). Other than that: Enjoy!!
Curry–for Your Health
I always love posting fun news–and since curry is one of my favorite flavors, I’m excited that research is confirming the health benefits of turmeric (one of the ingredients in curry). Not only is it anti-inflammatory, it also has anti-microbial effects. Read more here.
Vitamin D and Stroke Prevention
This study reveals a likely link between vitamin D deficiency and increased risk of stroke. Be sure to include Vitamin D-rich foods in your diet including: salmon, sardines, herring, eggs, and liver.
Healthy Food Can Be Affordable
I love this article that explains the fallacy that junk food is cheaper than healthy fruits and vegetables. The myth was born when comparing cost per calorie not cost per serving. There is also a perception issue regarding what we are will to spend on a bag of chips vs. […]
Essential Fatty Acid Results
This article may get a little more technical than you’d like, but it is exciting proof of the benefits of including essential fatty acids–specifically omega-3 fatty acids–in your diet. Include your cod liver oil and wild caught salmon in your diet! Read article here.
Health Benefits of Fish
A review of prior studies has revealed another favorable impact of eating fish. Including even a small amount of fish in the diet seems to the reduce risk of colon and rectal cancers. Yet another reason to eat fish!! Read more here.
Probiotics to Support Antibiotic Treatments
Evidence is showing that the use of probiotic-rich foods may prevent antibiotic-associated diarrhea. In addition, previous research suggests that after one round of antibiotics, it can take up to 2 years to repopulate the GI tract and that flora imbalances often persist. As a result, I typically prescribe probiotic […]
Diet Recommendation for Pregnant Mothers
Research is showing that a diet rich in choline may reduce the risk of diabetes in your child later. So include foods such as eggs, broccoli and milk (as tolerated) in your diet. Read more here.
Possible Link Between Farmed Salmon and Obesity
This article by Dr. Crinnion reports “clear links between environmental toxicants and diabetes and obesity, as well as the clear implication of the consumption of farmed salmon in these health problems”. It is an interesting and extensive article. Bottom line is to include wild-caught salmon in your diet and avoid […]
