When it comes to fries and other products seasoned with sea salt, marketers know their audience. In a new survey conducted by the American Heart Association (AHA), 61 percent of Americans erroneously think that sea salt is a healthier, lower-sodium alternative to regular salt.
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Blame the external cues for making us overeat! Brian Wansink, economics and marketing professor at Cornell University has conducted research demonstrating that we are way out of touch with our internal hunger and fullness signals. In fact it is all the external cues that contribute to overeating.
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Well it's that time of year again, where Easter is just around the corner and people are giving up chocolate for lent. Even if you aren't Catholic, this week is a great time to consider your habits and think about how to get more physically active and eat healthier.
Soon, you won't be able to ignore the caloric carnage of that Iced Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha, Triple Whooper Sandwich with cheese or Macho Beef Burrito you're ordering. There is a new FDA proposal, which is an outgrowth of last year's health care reform legislation. The new law will mandate …
Most parents understand the importance of play for their children, but what about the importance of play for grown-ups? As an undergraduate, I minored in early childhood development and had the opportunity to teach nutrition through play and exploration. Play is important throughout the life cycle, even as we age. …
If you were allowed one last meal, what would you eat? Would it be a Nathans Dog, Philly Cheese Steak, jambalaya or maybe good old Idaho Salmon? In an interview last week, one of our University of Idaho students asked the dietetics program faculty this question. Each professor took time …
Have you taken your Diabetes Risk Test yet? Tuesday was National Diabetes Alert Day, where the American Diabetes Association challenged everyone to take this important test. The Diabetes Risk Test asks users to answer simple questions about weight, age, family history and other potential risks for prediabetes or Type 2 …
March is not only National Nutrition Month but also Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon and rectum) is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States. Most colorectal cancers begin as benign adenomas or polyps that grow on the inner lining of the colon. …
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March 9, marks Registered Dietitian Day - a celebration that occurs during National Nutrition Month. When you need reliable food and nutrition information rely on qualified professionals in the field. Registered dietitians (RD's) draw on their experience to develop a personalized nutrition plan for individuals of all ages. They are …
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There may be more to having a healthy heart then nutrition and exercise. Add a healthy mouth to the list. February is Dental Health Month and American Heart Month, so it seems fitting to discuss how dental health is linked to heart disease.
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February is American Heart month. Last week the news was filled with information regarding a study that was released linking diet sodas to heart disease. The study has not been published yet, nor has it been through the peer review process. Needless to say the results from research conducted at …
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It's February and Valentines Day is almost here - What's the most popular V-Day gift? Chocolate of course! Whatever your chocolate indulgence of choice, it's health benefits depend upon the type of chocolates you choose - and how many. Most of us have heard that dark chocolate because of its …
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Many foods and supplements are known for the special effects that they have on the body. The marketplace surely thrives on claims that various food products increase mental energy. For those of you who find yourself falling asleep at work or in meetings, the question may be; what foods, beverages …
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Pro-biotics may be the latest buzzword in the health and nutrition industry and I have talked about them at length in previous articles, but here is a new nutrition word — Prebiotics.
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As men age they often experience prostate problems, like getting up several times at night to go to the bathroom. Having to get up at night is a burden that can disturb a restful sleep, for both you and your partner. benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is the noncancerous enlargement of …
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It's that time of year again, for New Year's resolutions aimed at losing weight and getting into shape. Unfortunately, fitness is not easy and takes a lot of work. Rather than listing the steps to take to lose weight, here are some things not to do. According to Cheryl Forberg, …
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Last week I had a reality check. I had the dubious honor of chaperoning six 11- year-olds (my son included), at the McCall Outdoor Science School, which is sponsored by the University of Idaho.
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Last week the press was flooded with information from a study linking fructose to Pancreatic Cancer. As you can imagine, this caught my attention. When study findings are released that build up the results beyond their importance it can be harmful to the public. This study which was published in …
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Most pregnant women take great care in what they eat, knowing that their baby is dependent on them to get the nutrients they need to grow. But what they may not realize is that foods the fetus is exposed to could set the stage for an infant's later acceptance of …
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All new parents want their baby to grow and develop in a healthy manner. I remember talking to my grandmother about how she fed my mom and she proudly proclaimed that her breastmilk was as rich as cream because my mom was healthy and fat. Back then the sign of …
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We all know that eating with your children provides great opportunities to discuss and model healthy eating behaviors. But so can grocery shopping. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has developed a program called "Spot the Block" that encourages parents to help their children establish good eating habits by reading …
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Need a new excuse to go fishing? How about this -it's part of your fitness plan to get more physical activity and Omega-3's. Idaho freshwater fish are not only a great source of protein, vitamins and minerals, but the good kind of fat as well. Omega-3 fatty acids are derived …
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Summer fun means visits to water parks, theme parks, Disneyland and others. While most people get plenty of exercise during these excursions, finding healthy foods is another matter. Every corner seems to have a cotton candy or ice cream cart, smells of buttered popcorn, funnel cake, corn dogs and curly …
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Most pregnant women take great care in what they eat, knowing that their baby is dependent on them to get the nutrients they need to grow. But what they may not realize is that foods the fetus is exposed to could set the stage for an infant's later acceptance of …
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Hunger and obesity are often tied together in the United States. Households without money for food often rely on cheaper, high calorie, non-nutrient dense foods to cope with limited money for food and to stave off hunger. High-fat, high-calorie meals are often more affordable than healthful meals based on lean …
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Hunger and obesity are often tied together in the United States. Households without money for food often rely on cheaper, high calorie, non-nutrient dense foods to cope with limited money for food and to stave off hunger. High-fat, high-calorie meals are often more affordable than healthful meals based on lean …
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Vegetarianism is becoming increasingly popular among children and teens. Many believe that this way of eating is easier on the environment. I have had the honor of having Coeur d'Alene High School senior Kara Schultz job shadowing me for the last month and thought it might be insightful for her …
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