Is it really necessary to give my children a multi-vitamin? I provide them with a well-balanced diet, but they also have their share of "junk" food.
For good nutriton it is said a person should eat a rainbow every day. What they mean by this is that one should eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, seeds, and nuts of various colors to provide the wide range of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants as part of a healthy lifestyle.
During winter days, parents are often concerned about whether or not they are providing enough nutrition to their families with foods being tranported on average
All About: Cottage Cheese
by Louise February 9th, 2012 | Diet
Known for having a high content of protein and a relatively low content of fat, cottage cheese is a favorite among dieters, runners, and weightlifters. It can quickly be added to any meal, packing in many nutrients, but not calories.
What's the nutritional profile of cottage cheese?A half-cup serving of cottage cheese contains between 80 and 120 calories, making it a low-calorie food. It is high in protein and low in fat. A half-cup serving usually contains about 15 grams of protein. There are usually between just 4 and 6 grams of fat, which is relatively low compared to other
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What's the nutritional profile of cottage cheese?A half-cup serving of cottage cheese contains between 80 and 120 calories, making it a low-calorie food. It is high in protein and low in fat. A half-cup serving usually contains about 15 grams of protein. There are usually between just 4 and 6 grams of fat, which is relatively low compared to other
Healthy Foods on a Skinny Budget
by Mackenzie M. October 27th, 2011 | Nutrition
It is a fact of life in urban America that to shop at health food stores, such as Whole Foods, or to attempt to eat only fresh foods, will be expensive. This affects people on lower incomes, the elderly on social security, and college students. I am a good example of the college student who attempts to buy weekly groceries at the local Whole Foods, but who simply cannot sustain it financially. Yes, the in-store coupons offered by these stores are great, but it is still out of reach.
So how do you eat healthy, get your vitamins and minerals,
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So how do you eat healthy, get your vitamins and minerals,
6 Healthy Fall Foods
by Louise October 20th, 2011 | Diet
Here in New England, the leaves have been changing for a few weeks now; however, leaves aren't the only things that change with the seasons. You can count on a few seasonal groceries that will help you stretch your budget while eating healthfully this autumn:
Apples - So maybe an apple a day won't guarantee keeping the doctor away, but it will certainly give you a good start on your daily intake of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Make sure to wash them, but keep the skin on, because that's where you'll find all of the "good stuff." Apples are
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Apples - So maybe an apple a day won't guarantee keeping the doctor away, but it will certainly give you a good start on your daily intake of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber. Make sure to wash them, but keep the skin on, because that's where you'll find all of the "good stuff." Apples are
Why Eat More Dark Leafy Greens
by Louise September 22nd, 2011 | Diet
As a college student who doesn't have a dining plan, and who instead shares a kitchen with six other students, I don't feel like I have the time to construct perfectly nutritious meals every day. Do I live on ramen noodles? No. I do make sure to get to the grocery store every week to buy fresh produce and other general groceries, but fresh vegetables are expensive! Sometimes I worry that I'm not getting enough of the vitamins that I need. Last year, I got sick a few times; I think this could have been avoided if I had
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