Another Amazing Way That Food Protects Health

article10_resizedYour DNA is the blueprint your cells use to reproduce.  You can’t change your DNA.  You are born with it.  What you can change, however, is your genes (specific segments of your DNA). 

Constipation Is Not A Fun Word!

Post 9 ConstipationAlthough we don’t talk about it much, going to the bathroom is supposed to be an enjoyable experience.  Sometimes, however, it’s not. 

Nutrition Information You Can Trust

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Are you frustrated by changing nutrition headlines and conflicting advice?  You’re definitely not alone. 

Whole Grain Pasta vs. Whole Grain Bread

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Whole grains are good for health and deserve to be a priority in our diets.  Are some whole grains, however, better for you than others?  In a study from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark, the glycemic index of whole grain pasta was compared to the glycemic index of whole grain bread.[1] 

More Whole Grains May Mean Better Diet Quality and Nutrient Intakes

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We know that whole grains are good for you, but just how important are they to your overall nutrient intake?  Researchers from Louisiana State University wanted to know just that.  They used data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey which included over 13,000 adult men and women.[1] 

Whole Grains and Type 2 Diabetes

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More than 9 million Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes (higher than normal blood sugar levels).[1]  The majority suffer from type 2 diabetes which occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body does not effectively use the insulin that is produced.

Antioxidants In Whole Grains Are Powerful Health Protectors

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Whole grains, including whole grain pasta, are an important source of antioxidants in the diet.[1] The National Institute of Health defines antioxidants as “substances that may protect your cells against the effects of free radicals.”[2] We all have free radicals in our bodies.  What is a free radical? 

Want A Healthy Body Weight? Eat Pasta!

Some people avoid eating pasta, because they think it’s “fattening”.  Eating too much of any food can cause your waistline to expand.  A healthy diet that includes pasta, however, can be good for your waistline.  

Blast The Belly Fat

When it comes to body fat, some fats are more harmful to your health than others.  Abdominal fat or belly fat is particularly dangerous.

New Year’s Resolutions With Staying Power

It’s the New Year!  You want to eat healthier and be more active.  How can you make resolutions that stick?  Here are four steps to help you on your way