Archive for 'Nutrition'

The “Miracle” that is Flax Seed

March 10th, 2008 – 5:31 pm Posted by admin

Have you had your flax seed today? The blue flowering plant, which grows on the western Canadian prairies, is catching the attention of a new generation of healthy eaters, and they are focusing on the wonderful benefits of flax seed, among other essential fatty acids, which contribute to our well-being. The reason has to [...]

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away?

February 29th, 2008 – 4:51 pm Posted by Bea

Well, maybe not, but apples certainly do have health and nutritional benefits attached to them that you don’t want to miss!
The big question is, where do I begin?
First of all, a medium sized apples is about 5 ounces and has about 81 calories. A medium apples contains 3.7 grams of a soluble fiber from pectin [...]

Less Salt Equals Healthier Kids

February 21st, 2008 – 5:38 pm Posted by Michele

If you are under the age of 18, don’t let Mom or Dad read this article!  Otherwise it will be time to say goodbye to french fries, corn chips, and any other flavorful salty treat.  Plus, all of your favorite sweetened sodas could be a thing of the past.
It has been well documented that reducing [...]

More Data on Dieting

January 21st, 2008 – 8:13 am Posted by Michele
Tagged as: Diet, Nutrition

With the start of a new year, many Americans have started a new diet and workout regimen (perhaps using weight benches or a Needak mini trampoline). Halfway through winter, many are starting to think of warmer weather and more revealing clothing items. A new study in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism [...]

Folate

April 1st, 2007 – 4:39 pm Posted by Sherri Granato
Tagged as: Nutrition, Vitamins

Having a strong, healthy mind is key to functioning in our daily lives, and stress can affect a persons state of mind. Taking a daily multi-vitamin is extremely important as life is busy and we don’t always have the time to eat balanced meals. Folate helps to keep stress under wraps, and promotes mental awareness. [...]