A “Grain” Area: Detangling Truth From Myth Part 2
This is a 2 part blog. Part 1 discusses theories surrounding grains and Part 2 discusses useful tips on selecting grains. Understanding the science and distinguishing between fact and theory is just the start. In this blog, we seek to translate that information into real and practical: “what do I eat” tips.
Is Your Sunscreen Killing You? Probably Not!
Written by Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN I recently wrote an “Ask the Expert” column for a client of mine, a wonderful company dedicated to providing quality, evidence-based health information to the public. Although this topic is not related to nutrition, it is timely, so I wanted to share it with you here. My passion is to […]
July is UV Safety Month
Did you know that the skin is our body’s largest organ? Yet, we sometimes forget that it is important to protect our skin. Overexposure to the sun is dangerous and is linked to higher risk of developing skin cancer. During this summertime, make sure that you take steps to protect your skin as much as […]
June Recipe of the Month
This recipe has summer dessert written all over it. Refreshing and light for those soon to be too hot summer nights. Although it calls for a variety of melons (and variety never hurt anyone!), it would be equally yummy with just one or two kinds. This dish not only offers the benefits of calcium and […]
June Food of the Month: Cantaloupe
Today cantaloupes are the most popular melon in the United States (actually, what we get here are muskmelons), but have their origins in Iran, India and Africa and were cultivated as long ago as 5000 years. They belong to a large family of melons as well as cucumbers, pumpkins, squashes and gourds. Although not knee […]
A “Grain” Area: Detangling Truth From Myth Part 1
This is a 2 part blog. Part 1 discusses theories surrounding grains and Part 2 discusses useful tips on selecting grains. Food and nutrition information can be confusing: one day a food group that we looked to for health benefits is considered beneficial, while the next day it is the center of negative attention. Lately, […]
So You Care For Someone with Cancer… How Does That Impact YOU… Your Physical and Mental Health?
So, we have figured out what social workers do, we’ve looked at the mental health the cancer patient is experiencing. Now, it’s your turn … the caretaker. You have a huge responsibility. You give your heart, soul and time to caring for someone you love. This might become your full-time job or you might be […]
Breast Cancer and Soy: The Truth
When it comes to soy, there’s a lot of well meaning, but misleading misinformation out there. Let’s clear it up: Soy and Health Whole foods comprised of soy are a great source of calcium, protein and other nutrients. They’re extremely versatile and can be prepared in many delicious ways. But they’re not magic. They won’t […]
10 Facts About Oral Cancer You Might Not Know!
Here are some facts about oral cancer that you might not know:
What is Carrageenan?
Carrageenan is a soluble fiber product that is derived from red seaweed. It has been used for hundreds of years and is added as a stabilizer to various foods such as ice cream and other dairy products, syrups and lunch meats. Carrageenan is cultivated in an environmental-friendly and sustainable manner and its minimal processing makes […]