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Studies show that as people eat out more often, their calorie consumption goes up. This is probably due not just to what we order, but also how much. New research shows that restaurant portion sizes have grown markedly, with amounts two to five or more times larger than the standard serving size.
Trans fatty acids, commonly referred to as trans fats, are formed when vegetable oils are hydrogenated to harden and stabilize them. They have been associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Researchers are now investigating other possible adverse effects.
Six new book reviews, including: How to Get Great Diabetes Care; Unbelievable Desserts With Splenda; Real Life Parenting of Kids with Diabetes; The Other Diabetes: Living and Eating Well With Type 2 Diabetes; 101 Tips For Aging Well with Diabetes; and Diabetic Cooking for Seniors.
High body levels of the hormone insulin, seen in what is called metabolic syndrome, or syndrome X, have gone from being an incidental finding among some overweight and inactive people to a major health concern that could mean a higher risk of diabetes, colon cancer, heart disease and stroke.
Several new products, including margarine, cereal, juice and snack bars, are drawing attention as possible weapons in the battle to lower blood cholesterol.
If good health seems to demand too many healthy habits, you’ll be cheered to know new studies show that just four can play a major role in preventing the top causes of adult death and illness in our country.
Year after year, do you make the same New Year’s resolutions to eat better or exercise more – yet don’t? If you think it’s all about self-discipline, that pattern will continue.
Mint is related to basil, thyme, oregano, rosemary and sage. It shows up in dishes all over the Mediterranean, where it originated. Includes recipe for Mint Tabbouleh.
Eight new book reviews, including: Quick & Easy Diabetic Recipes For One; More Healthy Homestyle Cooking; The Diabetes Food & Nutrition Bible; Express Lane Diabetic Cooking; A Potful Of Recipes.
New information supports the significant benefits of incorporating physical activity, behavior and use of medication into the treatment of obesity.
As widespread and scary as jack-o-lanterns are this time of year, it’s important to remember that pumpkins are more than just a decorative item.
When the weather turns brisk, there’s nothing cozier than a big bowl of hot soup. Autumn is the perfect time to warm the kitchen with stove-cooked soups made with the season’s harvest.
Traditionally, cole slaw is shredded cabbage swimming in a sharp-sweet, creamy dressing loaded with mayonnaise and sugar. But more recently, the influence of newly-introduced ingredients from around the globe have inspired dozens of new versions.
Perhaps more than any other nutrition practice, good fiber intake is important to our daily quality of life.
