A heart-healthy diet is marked by whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, low-fat dairy, and lean proteins—an ingredient list that doesn’t exactly read like the contents of a typical fast food menu. Still, that doesn’t mean you’re out of luck in finding heart-healthy options at popular chains. In fact, many fast food companies are becoming hip to the fact that most Americans would like to eat better—and that many need to focus specifically on cardiac health. (Heck, nearly half of […]
Month: September 2022
If your body isn’t producing sufficient ketones or is using them inefficiently, it could lead to brain fog, which can include symptoms such as fatigue, irritability, difficulty focusing and headaches. An electrolyte imbalance may also contribute to brain fog. To avoid or mitigate brain fog, ease into the new diet, hydrate well, get plenty of rest and consider an electrolyte supplement. Key Nutrients to Consider The Keyto diet provides plenty of nutrients, but you may need to consider supplements for […]
Culinary preference is always in a state of flux, whether in India or beyond. We have whole-heartedly adopted Chinese, Italian and other cuisines as our own and the same trend is seen elsewhere. Pickle is native to India and is the most popular accompaniment for Indian meals. Fruits or vegetables fermented in high acid concentration involving oils, lemon, vinegar or brine, make for some delicious side dishes. Even a speck of the acidic taste of pickled foods can turnaround a […]
Gene J Puskar / AP / Shutterstock.com People love a reason to celebrate their favorite foods. And with prices for dining out what they are today, consumers are always looking for deals. Fortunately, Sunday, Sept. 18 is National Cheeseburger Day, and many of our favorite burger chains are getting in on the action. See: 12 Easy, Proven Ways To Earn Free MoneyFind: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans Keep in mind, many of these offers require […]
Quick, Indian-inspired dishes make for great weeknight dinners . With just a handful of store-cupboard spices, you can transform simple ingredients – eggs, rice, lentils – into a feast. Growing up, my mum always told me that kitchri, the dish from which kedgeree originated, was made during the monsoon season, because, even if you couldn’t get out to the shops, you’d always have potatoes, rice and lentils in the cupboard. Here’s my version, along with masala frittata, my favourite way […]
An unhealthy diet is among the leading global causes of death and disability. In response, policies have been implemented throughout the world to support healthy food choices, including innovative policies targeting food marketing, nutrition labeling, and taxation of certain unhealthy foods. Published as a Supplement to The Journal of Nutrition (JN), “Food Environment Policy Impact: Evaluation and Findings from the International Food Policy Study” evaluates the impact of many of these policies on various population groups, with an eye towards […]
posted September 16, 2022 by Gina This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and links to WW recipe builder to get your personal points. 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan As we head into fall, we all know what that means—–the start of pumpkin season!!! Start with these Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats, whip up some Easy […]
Los Angeles Unified School District allegedly promoted an odd video on social media about “food neutrality,” food choices and health, obviously marketed at children. In the video, which is like something out of the freaky Willy Wonka movie with Johnny Depp, bizarre women claim “food choices are based on a false standard of health.” A very large African American woman says “we are incorrectly taught from a young age that our size and therefore the foods that we eat are […]
(NEXSTAR) — While the U.S. has seen some relief at the gas pumps, and signs show the prices of goods for consumers could soon decline, there are a few grocery items that could be putting extra pressure on your wallet. The latest data from the Labor Department, released Wednesday, show inflation is still a growing problem in the U.S. with consumer prices rising 8.3% over the last year and 0.1% from July. Apart from declining prices at the gas pumps, […]
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON Part retro, part cult classic, it’s hard to go wrong with a cheese ball. This festive pumpkin rendition may not contain any actual pumpkin, but it’s full of fresh herbs, minced jalapeño, and of course, plenty of cheese. It’s got all the bold, salty, creamy flavors you’d expect in a good cheese ball, but it’s also totally adjustable to your personal taste. As long as you’ve got the pumpkin-forming technique down (and it […]
