Got Carrots?
Carrots were first grown more than 5,000 years ago as a medicine, and not a food, for a variety of ailments. Good thing they’re now a food, though, as a medium-size carrot just has 25 calories, but 6 grams of carbs and 2 grams of fiber. It’s an excellent...The Benefits Of Eating Kale . . .
Kale is all the rage lately, and for good reason, according to Kristine Bihun, RDN, CDE, one of our talented Dietitians: 1) Low in calorie, high in fiber and zero fat; 2) High in Vitamins K (aids in normal bone health, as well as minimizing blood clotting) and A...The Benefits Of Apples . . .
It’s apple picking season in these parts, and here’s some little-known reasons why apples are so good for you: 1) Whiter & Healthier Teeth (apples produce saliva, which reduces tooth decay by lowering the levels of bacteria); 2) Vitamin C (an apple provides 14% of...Tips For A Healthy Fall Diet Transition (Part 2 of 2) . . .
Another important diet tip (following up yesterday’s advice) from Kristine Bihun, our Dietitian and Dietitian Educator, to better adapt to the fall weather . . . Prepare more warm cooked foods and reduce the amount of cold raw foods in your diet. Try using cooking...Tips For a Healthy Diet Transition Into Fall (Part 1 of 2) . . .
With autumn officially beginning TODAY, here’s a key diet tip for a healthy transition into the new season from Kristine Bihun, our Dietitian and Dietitian Educator . . . Eat juicy fruits and vitamin-filled veggies! Climatic changes in autumn may lead to dryness...
