October 19, 2015 How to Avoid Botox Mishaps In today's world, there are so many ways to fight the lines of time. But by far, one of the most popular is Botox.
October 19, 2015 Allergy Countdown: The Battle of the Sexes (of Plants) So what is in the air? Look out for seasonal tree pollens now wherever you are and learn more about these allergy culprits that are likely to be not only in your backyard - but also in your nose and eyes!
October 19, 2015 Healthy Meal Accessories Whether you're cooking breakfast, lunch or dinner, sometimes it's the sauce and seasonings that actually make the meal. The problem? Some of these condiments can be loaded with fat and salt - if you're not careful, you can get more calories from the sauce than from the actual food. Below are some kitchen staples, that don't just add flavor, they also offer big health benefits.
October 19, 2015 Respiratory Effects of the Gulf Oil Spill So what do we really know about the effects of the oil spill and those with asthma? We are not yet aware how hazardous direct contact and/or inhalation of vapors and chemicals from the gulf are to those with asthma and respiratory disorders. We have learned some lessons about the effects of oil spills from post-exposure after the Exxon Valdez oil, spill among others. In some studies, lower respiratory tract symptoms were more common in clean up workers, even after the exposure ended.
October 19, 2015 'Diet' Foods That Aren't Good for Your Diet Over the past few years, the hottest trend in the food industry has been the onslaught of healthy food labeling, like "healthy fats, fat-free, low-fat," etc. They are everywhere it seems. Unfortunately, many of these foods are packed with fat, sugar and empty calories. Below are some of the most devious diet foods today. Don't fall into the hidden traps.
October 19, 2015 How Old Is Your Food? Sometimes we don't realize that whether or not we purchase certain foods we eat should depend on their age. The age of the foods you eat could have an effect on how well it keeps you healthy and how many nutrients it contains. The following article will tell you the ideal "age" for some of the foods you eat.
October 19, 2015 Refrigerator Swaps Is your refrigerator making you fat? If it's filled with foods full of calories and fat, maybe it's time for a makeover. If you can't figure out why you're not shedding the pounds, you might not have to search further then your own kitchen for the answer. Here is a list of essential swaps to get an altogether healthy body.
October 19, 2015 Carbonation Confusion Carbonated beverages like cola usually contain phosphoric acids, caffeine, large amounts of sugar, and other chemicals. These may add excess calories (if not diet), be dehydrating, and studies have shown that phosphoric acid in excess actually pulls calcium from bone making you more prone to developing osteoporosis.
October 19, 2015 Do-It-Yourself: Meal Planning As a registered dietitian, people are always asking me to create meal plans for them. While daily menus work for some, I prefer to show people the resources for a do-it-yourself version. I like to think eventually they won't need me anymore, and I want to be sure they feel confident in paving their own way in the kitchen or dining out. That said; let's take a look at a few great resources to help you jump start your meal planning at home.
