Here is a great resource that allows you to see the caffeine content of numerous beverages! Thank you, Mayo Clinic!
The ins and outs of omega 3
Omega-3 fats have been a shining celebrity over the past few years as it has been found that consuming more omega-3 fats seems to have numerous health benefits. Omega-3 and omega-6 are two types of polyunsaturated fats (aka PUFAs). Most of the PUFAs we eat are in the form of omega-6, which is one reason why omega-3 has started... Continue Reading →
This just in…
After a visit to the Vitamin D Council's website, I found this exciting news release: "Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium and Vitamin D Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) to release new vitamin D and calcium guidelines via live video webcast on November 30, 2010 at 10 am Eastern. Registration required. For... Continue Reading →
Using Fitbook to Reach your Goals
I recently got an email from my local running store, FleetFeet, about a new product they introduced called FitBook. I looked through it quick and it looks like a great resource for someone who is looking to get a jump-start on reaching their health goals. They book is set-up for you to set you own goals and track... Continue Reading →
November is American Diabetes Month
The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has themed this year's theme is, "How will you stop Diabetes? The future is in your hands." According to the ADA, 24 million American have Diabetes (25% of whom are not diagnosed) and 57 million American have pre-Diabetes. In 2007, the cost of Diabetes was about $174 billion, $116 billion... Continue Reading →
Vitamin D
Why do I need Vitamin D? Vitamin D has gained more attention by the research community and public than a reality TV star in the past few years. Traditionally, vitamin D was known to play a key role in calcium absorption - without it you cannot, I repeat cannot, absorb calcium from your diet. Most... Continue Reading →
Vitamin C – Does it really prevent colds??
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is one of the most well-known vitamins. It is a water-soluble vitamin, so our bodies can excrete excess as needed. Because of this there is a lesser chance of consuming toxic levels. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that can be regenerated by vitamin E (more to come in future... Continue Reading →
Vitamin A: Don’t forget to eat your carrots!
When most people think of vitamin A, they think of carrots and beta-carotene, but they are actually two different things (kind of). Let me explain. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin. Fat soluble vitamins should not be consumed in excess since they can accumulate in your fat tissues. Because they can accumulate in tissues, there is... Continue Reading →
The Obesity Epidemic – My Two Cents
Everyone seems to know the answer to the obesity epidemic - eat less. However, losing weight and KEEPING IT OFF is far more complicated than just eating less. Most people who are at an unhealthy weight know that they should lose weight and have a general understanding of how to do this. With America's obsession... Continue Reading →
Do I need a Multivitamin?
There is a long-standing belief that all people must take a multivitamin. But is it really necessary? According to the American Dietetic Association it is not necessary to take a daily multivitamin if you are eating a balanced diet. To see what a balanced diet would be for you, visit MyPyramid.gov to get a personalized plan. The... Continue Reading →
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