by laurel on April 10, 2007
ChefMD™ has some wonderful recipes created for health and taste. The site also features Food as MedicineSM news that show how eating the right foods can be your best medicine. Check out their yummy recipe for a “Watermelon & Feta Salad with Pine Nuts”. Their site even features videos about making the recipes and why [...]
by laurel on March 27, 2007
Women’s Health lists four nutrient-packed, healthy beverages you can add to your diet. Nutrition advisor Lisa Drayer, R.D. recommends the following tasty drinks: 100% cranberry-grape juice – antioxidants in grape juice slow down LDL cholesterol oxidation, and cranberry juice raises HDL or “good” cholesterol and protects against urinary tract infections, E. coli, and tooth decay [...]
by laurel on February 27, 2007
Women’s Health Magazine came up with another wonderful list: the 19 best fitness foods for women. Wondering what to grab to eat before your next workout? Check out this list for some tasty options. (I’m sure they are great choices for men too). Avocados – healthy fats to keep you strong and injury-free Whole grain [...]
by laurel on February 19, 2007
The Seattle Times reports that the food we eat directly affects the mood we’re in. In her book, “The Good Mood Diet: Feel Great While You Lose Weight”, registered dietician Susan Kleiner writes that, “what and when we eat directly affects mood. And our mood not only affects what we choose to eat, but how [...]