A Dietitian's View

thumb

Nutrition and fitness information for the misinformed.

Latest Blog Posts

  • Apple and Carrot Salad on Nov 16, 2009 in Recipes

    1 large red apple, cored, thinly sliced and then cut into matchsticks 1 large green apple, cored, thinly sliced and then cut into matchsticks 1 ½ Tbsp fresh lemon juice 3 cups matchstick-cut carrots ¼ cup chopped chives 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp sugar...

  • How to Avoid a Food Fight With Your Kids on Nov 13, 2009 in

    Create a healthy home • Keep junk food out of the house, or at least out of sight. •Limit TV, and endless commercials for junk food. • Plan ahead to avoid buying fast or processed foods: Pack a lunch before school or an outing; keep chopped ve...

  • Comfort Food: Macaroni and Cheese on Nov 9, 2009 in Recipes

    12 oz uncooked pasta 2 cups fat free milk ¼ cup all purpose flour ¾ tsp salt ¾ tsp onion powder 1 cup low fat shredded cheddar cheese 1/3 tsp hot pepper sauce, or more to taste...

  • Healthy Eating Starts Early on Nov 6, 2009 in

    Kids learn mostly by example. They model their own behavior after their parents and their older siblings. If your kids have bad eating habits, ask yourself how that happened in the first place. If you eat a poor diet yourself, neglect your health and...

  • Lentil Artichoke Stew on Nov 2, 2009 in Recipes

    This aromatic, fiber-packed, and tasty Middle Eastern dish is great served alone or over brown rice or pasta. Using fire-roasted tomatoes is not necessary, but gives the stew a delicious smoky flavor. 1/4 cup vegetable broth 1 onion, chopped 2 lar...

  • Tips to keep your sugar regulated all day on Oct 29, 2009 in Nutrition - Other

    If you are someone you know struggle with diabetes, listed below are general guidelines that can help keep your blood sugar levels stable and under control. * Avoid concentrated sweets — Soft drinks, punch, lemonade, candy, cookies, cakes, pies, s...

  • Tips to keep your blood sugar regulated all day on Oct 29, 2009 in Nutrition - Other

    If you are someone you know struggle with diabetes, listed below are general guidelines that can help keep your blood sugar levels stable and under control. * Avoid concentrated sweets — Soft drinks, punch, lemonade, candy, cookies, cakes, pies, s...