Have you ever noticed how great a cold drink tastes when it’s hot out? Whether you plan on spending your days working at a camp, playing sports, or mowing your neighbors’ yards for some extra spending cash, chances are you’ll take in a fair amount…
I’m sure you’ve heard all the chatter about chia seeds. Some sources are saying they’re super healthy and others say they are just part of another fad diet. What it is about these little seeds that has everyone all excited anyway? Chia seeds come from…
I’m taking a nutrition class this semester and I’ve learned many things – some more interesting than others. I already knew that supplements (protein bars/shakes, weight loss products, etc.) were popular, but I didn’t really know much information about them. Did you know that the…
Do you know what today is (besides Wednesday, March 14th)? It’s Registered Dietitian Day! This day was created to increase the awareness of registered dietitians (RDs). RDs are food and nutrition experts who work throughout the community in hospitals, schools, public health clinics, nursing homes,…
When you hear the word caveman, what comes to mind? Did you think healthy eater? If so, you’re not alone. These days, the caveman diet, known as the Paleo (short for Paleolithic) diet, has taken on a whole new meaning for the health conscious. Supporters…
Coconut water seems to be all the rage among professional athletes, but what is it about this slightly sour drink that is getting everyone’s attention? This tropical treat is now available at many stores and has been praised for being natural, plant based (meaning no…
Most of us would agree that a lot of fast food offers little nutritional benefit because menu items are often full of artificial ingredients and excess fat, sugar, and salt. However, there are restaurant chains that actually do give you the option of ordering a…
Summer is the perfect time to go to a baseball game. Some people really love the game of baseball and others may just look forward to the ballpark food. Whenever you go to a stadium or ballpark, the delicious smell of popcorn, hot dogs, and…
Walking through the dietary supplement aisle can be confusing and overwhelming. Supermarket, convenience store, and health food store shelves are stocked with different kinds of dietary supplements that promise to build muscle, help you lose weight, improve concentration, protect against chronic disease, or even improve…
Have you seen the new USDA food guide? The new food guide (and its website choosemyplate.gov) were just released this month. This change is one of many that the USDA has made to the food guide over the years. The first USDA Food Guide was created…