Category: Nutrition

Are you up with the times when it comes to fatty foods? Back in the day, we were told to avoid fat like the plague. This led to the popularity of processed, low-fat foods that we thought were great for health. And we ate them by the barrel full.  Fast forward a couple of decades,…

Were you a carrot hater as a child?  Be honest. We won’t tell your favorite produce worker. Carrots may seem like a real bore for some kids, but our parents sure liked them. In fact, they continuously reminded us that we’d “thank them some day.”  Boy, were they right.  Fast-forward to adulthood, and we simply…

Energy bars are everywhere. They line the shelves of gas stations, grocery stores and health marts. But are they good for us? In truth, some energy bars are good, and some aren’t. It depends on the company involved and the benefits you need.  According to ABC News, “There are very few standards placed on nutrition…

Do you love that morning cup of joe?  It’s no secret that coffee is packed with health benefits. Not only can it protect against diabetes, but it’s also a great way to get those much-needed antioxidants.  That said, not every cup of coffee is healthy. This is because many coffee drinkers load it up with…

If you’ve ever had a certain vegetable on your plate as a kid, you’ve probably heard a nagging voice as the orange vegetable was pushed around the plate: “Eat them. They’re good for your eyes.” Maybe that little child did eat the carrots, and maybe he or she didn’t follow through on a half-hearted promise…

Fat-soluble? Check. Antioxidant properties? Check. Available in a variety of foods? Check. That is the rundown on Vitamin E, a key ingredient in good health and a nutrient whose benefits are believed to protect against certain maladies. Vitamin E has eight different forms:          Alpha-tocopherol          Beta-tocopherol          Delta-tocopherol          Gamma-tocopherol          Alpha-tocotrienol          Beta-tocotrienol…

If your kid just won’t sit still, acts impulsively or is having trouble concentrating, you’ve probably wondered if she could have ADHD. It’s a term that’s thrown around so much that it’s hard not to suspect it when your kid acts up. There are actually three subtypes of ADHD: predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, predominantly inattentive, and combined…

If you’re just now associating chia seeds as food rather than a cheesy “plant pet,” then you’re not alone. A growing number of people are discovering the chia seed as a great addition to a healthy diet. Studies show that chia seeds are a great source of fiber, minerals and antioxidants. Perhaps you’re stumped about…

The poor wheat germ had it rough for awhile. Despite being packed with nutrients, it was often tossed aside during the wheat refinement process. It seems ludicrous that there are so many wheat-based products, but many of them lack vital nutrients because of heavy processing. Fortunately for the little wheat germ, Americans increasingly seek non-processed,…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD as it is commonly known is a condition that is associated with a shortened attention span, hyperactivity, and difficulty concentrating on specific tasks. It is one of the most common childhood disorders (although it can continue through teenage years and adulthood), and cases appear to be growing. Researchers are…