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Nutrient Density

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:40:56 +0000

Thinking about nutrient density of the foods you eat will help you make healthier choices for you meals and snacks. When you eat nutrient dense foods, you automatically eat fewer calories but you get many more nutrients. Learn about nutrient density and how to choose nutrient dense foods.

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Nutrient Density originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 11:40:56.

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Life After Dentures

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:08:26 +0000

A couple of weeks ago I was introduced to a new website called Dentureliving.com, which offers help and support for denture wearers (including beauty tips and other ways to boost your confidence).

I didn't realize how many millions of Americans wear dentures. And I learned that a large number of denture wearers are embarrassed and even afraid to eat out in restaurants because they're afraid they'll have trouble eating or that their dentures might slip.

Actually, wearing dentures is much better than having serious dental problems, but they can take a little getting used to. If you're getting (or even thinking about getting) dentures, I've got some tips for learning to eat with dentures.

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Life After Dentures originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2009 at 23:08:26.

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Coping With the Time Change

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:03:09 +0000

The annual ending of Daylight Saving Time brings welcome sunlight into the early morning hours, however it can take a few days to get used to the disruption of your sleeping patterns. There are a few things you can with do with your diet do to ease the transition:

Go easy on the caffeine. A cup of coffee or two in the morning is fine, but consuming too much caffeine later in the day may make it difficult for you to sleep.

Don't skip breakfast. Even if you're groggy in the AM, you need to get some fuel in your body before going to work and school.

Avoid heavy foods or spicy foods. Or any foods you know that may cause heartburn, making it difficult for you to sleep.

Don't drink too much alcohol. Over-consumption of your favorite adult beverages may cause a very restless uncomfortable night.

Eat cherries. Not only are they rich in vitamins, cherries contain melatonin, a substance also found in the human body that helps regulate sleep. Eating fresh or dried cherries before you go to bed at night may help you sleep better.

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Coping With the Time Change originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 at 14:03:09.

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Swine Flu Conspiracy Theories

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:42:07 +0000

There is so much misinformation about H1N1 influenza, but our Patient Empowerment Guide, Trisha Torrey, has some helpful tips for recognizing myths, frauds, conspiracy theories and scams:

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Swine Flu Conspiracy Theories originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Friday, October 30th, 2009 at 19:42:07.

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Healthy Halloween

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:24:37 +0000

Halloween is almost here. The kids are getting their costumes ready and you know they will be bringing bags of candy home after trick-or-treating on Saturday night.

I know that eating all that candy is fun, but having a big pile of candy to nibble at for several day adds all that extra sugar, calories and unhealthy fats to your kids' diet. Since childhood obesity is becoming a problem, it might be a good idea to keep the candy consumption under control this year. Read how to have a healthy Halloween.

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Healthy Halloween originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Friday, October 30th, 2009 at 10:24:37.

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Eggs in a Healthy Diet

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:37:57 +0000

Eggs were taken off of many people's diet food lists because they contain a lot of cholesterol. That's unfortunate, because eggs also contain lots of important nutrients. Actually, there are plenty of studies showing that eating one egg each day will not raise your cholesterol or lower your HDL, so almost everyone can enjoy eggs as part of a healthy diet.

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Eggs in a Healthy Diet originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Monday, October 26th, 2009 at 18:37:57.

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Don't Fall for H1N1 Prevention Scams

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:07:05 +0000

I know many of you are concerned about the H1N1 influenza and maybe you're worried about the delay in vaccinations, but don't be tempted by any of the advertisements for dietary supplements or herbal products that claim to prevent H1N1 influenza. They don't work.

You can help keep your immune system strong by eating a healthy diet rich in lean proteins plus plenty of fruits and vegetables, but taking dietary supplements won't prevent influenza infection. In fact, companies that make claims like that are breaking the law. The FDA has a list of fraudulent H1N1 prevention products and it grows bigger every day.

What does work? Washing your hands frequently, limiting contact with people who are ill whenever possible, and getting the H1N1 vaccination.

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Don't Fall for H1N1 Prevention Scams originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Friday, October 23rd, 2009 at 16:07:05.

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Smart Choices Program on Hold

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:24:28 +0000

The voluntary program, Smart Choices has postponed active operations until the FDA comes up with food labeling guidelines, probably some time next year.

Smart Choices has the potential to be a valuable program for consumers, but as it stands right now, there is just too much confusion. Many experts question the inclusion of foods that are high in fat and high in sugar. We'll have to see what happens with Smart Choices in 2010.

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Smart Choices Program on Hold originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Friday, October 23rd, 2009 at 14:24:28.

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Clarifying Label Claims

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:45:51 +0000

A few weeks ago I wrote about the Smart Choices program, which is a voluntary program that allows food manufacturers to place the Smart Choices label on their food products. Not all nutrition experts agree on the foods that have been allowed to have the label, such as sugary Froot Loops and high-fat mayonnaise, and critics say it's just a way to sell products and not really designed to help people improve their diets.

This week the FDA says they'll come up with some guidelines for these types of programs, so that food companies will have to give you any bad news along with any good news about the nutritional information of their products. The new guidelines should be set up next year.

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Clarifying Label Claims originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 at 10:45:51.

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Ready For Weight Gaining Season?

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:56:28 +0000

Halloween is only a couple of weeks away, and that pretty much starts the holiday season for a lot of us. This is the time of year when many people gain weight - usually about a pound or so every year, and maybe more if the upcoming festivities include a lot of parties and holiday treats. If you gain a pound or two over the holidays and lose them in the New Year, it probably isn't such a big deal, but what if you don't lose those holiday pounds?

But why gain those pounds in the first place? The holiday season doesn't need to turn into a feeding frenzy. Here's a few tips:

Watch your portion sizes.
Don't skip meals, you'll overeat later.
Plan ahead when you have a party.
Stay fit during the holidays.
Be careful with holiday drinks that can be high in calories.

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Ready For Weight Gaining Season? originally appeared on About.com Nutrition on Monday, October 19th, 2009 at 14:56:28.

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