Posted by Josh Tanzola on Thursday, September 24, 2009,
Barley, a type of whole grain, originated in Ethiopia and Southeast Asia, where it has been cultivated for more than 10,000 years. Barley was used by ancient civilizations as a food for humans and animals, as well as to make alcoholic beverages. In addition, barley water has been used for various medicinal purposes since ancient times.Barley contains high levels of dietary fiber and selenium (a type ofantioxidants). Recent studies showed that a diet high in beta-glucan from barley helps lower... Continue reading ...
Posted by Josh Tanzola on Tuesday, September 8, 2009,
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Step1 Lead by example. Provide a consistent example of good nutrition by preparing foods rich in antioxidants, minerals, vitamins, and fiber. Incorporate fruits, vegetables and whole grains into every meal and snack. Step2 Eat healthily as a family. Collectively choose to eliminate saturated fats, cholesterol, trans fats and high fructose corn syrup from 90% of all meals. Make a list of alternative food and snack options. Ask your teen to suggest his or her favorite fruits, nuts or low-fat dairy...
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Posted by Josh Tanzola on Tuesday, August 18, 2009,
The seasons change from spring to summer, and you're offered up a bounty of beneficial and yummy foods. You're also tempted by tasty but not-always-wholesome treats (is that the ice cream truck I hear?). So what are the keys to healthy, pleasurable summer eating? The same keys that unlock healthy eating any time of the year: moderation and balance. Follow these 4 rules. Eat in season. Depending on where you live, summer means an abundance of berries, cherries, tomatoes, and peaches. And oh, we... Continue reading ...
Posted by Josh Tanzola on Tuesday, August 11, 2009,
On food labels, they base the percentages on a 2,000-calorie adult diet. So looking at the label above for two crackers, a grownup would see that they provide less than 1 gram of fiber, only 3% of the person’s daily needs. So that means he or she would have to eat other foods to get 100% of the fiber needed each day. Similarly, the person would see that the crackers provide nothing toward the daily goals for vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, or iron.Food labels aren’t ideal for kids because t... Continue reading ...
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