It may be tempting to put your infant or toddler in front of the television, especially to watch shows created just for children under age two. But the American Academy of Pediatrics says: Don’t do it! These early years are crucial in a child’s development. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends limited television for children… [Read more…]
December 16, 2011
When it comes to weight loss, there’s no lack of diets promising fast results. There are low-carb diets, high-carb diets, low-fat diets, grapefruit diets, cabbage soup diets and blood type diets, to name a few. But no matter what diet you may try, to lose weight, you must take in fewer calories than your body… [Read more…]
December 12, 2011
You keep hearing that you should eat more whole grains, but what are they? How much should you eat? Eating at least three or more one-ounce equivalents of whole grains daily can reduce the risk of some diseases, according to the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. These guidelines are published every 5 years by the… [Read more…]
December 9, 2011
The Centers for Disease Control urges women to take 400 mcg of folic acid every day, starting at least one month before getting pregnant, to help prevent major birth defects of the baby’s brain and spine. About Folic Acid Folic acid is a B vitamin. Our bodies use it to make new cells. Everyone needs… [Read more…]
December 7, 2011
Week 1: This is the week of the start of your menstrual period. The first day of your period is considered the first week of your pregnancy. Week 2: The uterus forms a lush, blood-rich lining of tissue. Week 3: About half way through your cycle, one egg is swept into the fallopian tube. This… [Read more…]
December 5, 2011
Milk isn’t the only way to get calcium. Lots of calcium-rich foods are available to help you get the calcium you need you need every day. The following table shows some common calcium-rich foods. FOOD SERVING SIZE CALORIES AMOUNT OF CALCIUM Plain, fat-free yogurtFruit yogurt, low-fat 1 cup1 cup 127232 452 mg345 mg Ricotta cheese, part… [Read more…]
November 28, 2011
This popular banana in Latin American, Caribbean and Asian countries, is often referred to as a cooking banana. Plantains resemble bananas but they are longer in length, thicker skinned and starchier in flavor. In most countries, plantains are used more like a vegetable than a fruit. They are not suitable for eating raw unless very… [Read more…]
November 25, 2011
“Eat your fruits and vegetables.” You’ve likely heard this statement since childhood. Research shows why it is good advice: Healthy diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of cancer and other chronic diseases. Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals, fiber, and other substances that are important for good health. Most fruits… [Read more…]
November 21, 2011
A pomegranate is a fruit the size of a large orange. The leathery reddish-pink skin shelters the membranous walls and bitter tissue that house compartments or sacs filled with hundreds of seeds. A translucent red pulp that has a slightly sweet and tart taste surrounds these seeds. Pomegranates are grown in California and throughout Asia… [Read more…]
November 18, 2011
Deciding which foods to serve your family each week can be hard, especially if you are on a tight budget. There are so many choices at the store that decisions are often based on what we see in front of us, rather than on a plan for making healthier choices. Creating a healthier food plan… [Read more…]
December 20, 2011
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