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Healthy snack choices that have carbohydrates, fat, and protein

05/19/2013 By Leave a Comment
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Here are some examples of healthy snacks that combine all three macronutrients:           Celery and raw almond butter: celery is a carbohydrate; almond butter is both protein and natural fat. Cheese and crackers: opt for grass-fed cheese for higher essential Omega 3 fatty acid content if possible. Hummus and carrot sticks: hummus contains a little protein and natural fat. Edamame sprinkled with sea salt: edamame is the whole soybean and it contains both protein and essential trace minerals if sprinkled with sea salt. Greek yogurt: … [Read more...]

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How to keep fruits and vegetables fresh longer

05/19/2013 By Leave a Comment
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  This PDF shows the most economical way to store fruits and vegetables, whether it be in the fridge before or after ripening or whether to store on the countertop or in a cool dark place. It's a handy reference to maximize freshness! where-to-store-fruits-vegetables … [Read more...]

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7 healthy fat foods that help fill you up while adding nutrients to your diet

05/19/2013 By Leave a Comment
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  1. Hard-Boiled Omega-3-Enriched Egg These eggs come from hens fed an omega-3 enriched diet, typically from flaxseeds. 2. Trail Mix Make your own healthy-fats trail mix by combining walnuts with dried fruit like raisins, cranberries and apricots. Walnuts are comprised of 15 percent protein, 15 percent carbs and 65 percent healthy oils. They also have an ideal ratio of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for your body. You can also buy individual pack varieties at Trader Joe’s, which come in perfectly snack sized portions. 3. Flaxseeds Sprinkled On Salad Just 2 tablespoons … [Read more...]

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How to grow your own avocado plant

04/15/2013 By Leave a Comment
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Avocados contribute nearly 20 vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Included in this list is 4% of the recommended Daily Value (DV) for vitamin E, 4% DV for vitamin C, 6% DV for folate, 8% DV for fiber, 2% DV for iron, and 4% DV for potassium. Avocados also have 81 mcg of lutein and 19 mcg of beta-carotene. The fun part is that you can easily grow your own avocado plant. Here's how: 1) To start, use a throughly washed seed from an avocado. 2) Secure toothpicks into the seed so that they sit horizontally (see picture). 3) Suspend the seed with the heavy side down over a glass of … [Read more...]

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The effects on the body after having regular soda

04/15/2013 By Leave a Comment
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Most of us already know that soda provides no nutritional value and has an enormous amount of refined sugar. However, there are some other interesting consequences. Below is a list of what happens in the body 1 hour after drinking a regular soda.   1) In the first 10 minutes: 10 teaspoons of sugar hit your system (100% of RDI). You don’t immediately throw-up  from the overwhelming sweetness because phosphoric acid cuts the flavor allowing you to keep it down. 2) 20 minutes: Your blood sugar spikes, causing an insulin burst. Your liver responds to this by turning any sugar … [Read more...]

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Harvard modified ‘My Plate’

04/10/2013 By Leave a Comment
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Nutrition experts at the Harvard School of Public Health have modified the government approved MyPlate (formerly food pyramid). Harvard's plate emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between high and low fat dairy/meat in addition to whole grains, eating a variety of vegetables, and including activity. http://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2011/09/harvard-serves-up-its-own-plate/?utm_content/ … [Read more...]

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Leanwashing

04/10/2013 By Leave a Comment
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Leanwashing is when a company makes exaggerated or misleading health claims through advertising, marketing, or packaging. The terms below are the most frequently seen for this year. Natural- this word has no legal definition, even sugar-laden sodas have made this claim Made-with- these words do not guarantee that the healthy ingredient it claims to contain has any sizable amount in the product; in other words, the product may only have trace amounts of the ingredient Whole grains- unless it has 100% whole grain, the product may only have trace amounts Light- read the nutrition … [Read more...]

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Foods that fight stress

04/10/2013 By Leave a Comment
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There are some foods that are exceptional at helping us fight stress in the body. Below are a list of foods that have been proven to help cope and the mechanism behind why they work. Avocado- the high potassium level helps lower blood pressure. Broccoli- the B vitamins, including folic acid, can help relieve anxiety as well as stress. Spinach- the high level of magnesium helps fight irritability, indigestion, stress and fatigue. Almonds- the selenium in nuts can help fight depression, fatigue, and anxiety. Almonds also have vitamin E, zinc and magnesium which can help boost the … [Read more...]

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Seaweed

12/18/2012 By 1 Comment
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My baby loves seaweed. It sounds strange but he just loves to hold those little slices of black/green paper-like substances in his little fingers and chomps away. Maybe it’s the texture, the crunch, maybe it is that sea-like flavor or it could possibly be the nutrient content that he is craving. It’s a good thing too because having a mom as a nutritionist, you’re lucky if you like seaweed as snack since it will be a looong time before you get to have cookies! You know I’ll be one of those moms that offers the kids seaweed and quinoa croquettes after school as a snack rather than … [Read more...]

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New Mama looking for inspiration?

12/12/2012 By Leave a Comment
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As a new mom myself, I am constantly looking for new recipes to make for my little man, Leo. I came across this great recipe that not only seems to make it into the mouth of my picky eater, but also meets the high nutritional quality criteria for his Nutritionist mother! They are great for a meal or even for transporting with you while you're out and about. They can definitely be eaten either warm or cold so that makes them extra easy for busy moms on the run. Honestly, it doesn't matter what your age is...these amazing croquettes are good for everyone.   QUINOA AND PEA SPICE … [Read more...]

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