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Get advice on healthy eating, nutrition, and weight loss from expert dietitian Tara Gidus.
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Jun 01 2009
Orlando Magic In NBA Finals
I just have to write about the Orlando Magic today because last night they clinched their spot in the NBA finals by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 103-90. They are the Eastern Conference Champs and now start Thursday against the Los Angeles Lake...
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May 27 2009
Going Generic
I don't have to tell you that in this economy everyone is looking for ways to cut costs. One place many people are choosing to save pennies is by choosing generic, or store brands, instead of name brands at the supermarket.The Food Marketing Inst...
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May 24 2009
Have You Been Down the Yogurt Aisle Lately?
Remember the days when your two choices for yogurt were Fruit on the Bottom or Light? If you haven't been in the yogurt aisle in a while, you may want to consider visiting. There are a bunch of very tasty new yogurts in the dairy case that are w...
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May 22 2009
Grilling Out This Weekend?
I am looking out the window at a heavy rainstorm right now and having a hard time imagining grilling out this weekend, but Memorial Day weekend is the kickoff of grilling season in the United States. So....it would be nice if this rainy weather w...
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May 20 2009
Yummy New Snack
I am always on the lookout for a new snack and I found one I just had to tell you about. I have a big sweet tooth so sweet snacks are usually my first choice (although I also do love my popchips). I firmly believe in the glycemic index for snack...
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May 15 2009
Omega-3 Supplements
I wrote a blog a few weeks ago as sort of an overview of the benefits of including omega-3 fats in your diet. If you are not familiar with the numerous benefits, please read or re-read that post.Since I wrote that, I have had numerous questions a...
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May 13 2009
Cheerios: A Drug?
I really don't think the cholesterol lowering effects of Cheerios are comparable to how a drug may help lower cholesterol, but the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is saying that the claims Cheerios is making on it's boxes are similar to those m...
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May 12 2009
High Sodium Dishes
I love salt. I love the taste of salt and I love salty food. Salt simply tastes good. Unfortunately, too much salt isn't good for us. It can lead to high blood pressure which can lead to stroke.Salt is listed as sodium on a food label, and the...
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May 06 2009
Is Canned Food Good for You?
We are all trying to cut back at the grocery store, but do you always have to get fresh produce? Not necessarily. I am always all for getting lots of fruits and veggies in whatever form. But I often hear people tell me they don't think canned i...
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May 05 2009
Pork and Swine Flu
Can you get swine flu from eating pork? The experts are saying a resounding, "NO!"Swine flu (or H1N1 flu) is transmitted similar to any other flu. You can get it from being in contact with the saliva or mucus of someone infected. Wash your hand...
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