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We are seeing scary headlines about bad health effects from eating ultraprocessed foods (UPFs). Yet we still don’t have an agreed upon definition for UPFs so it’s hard to know how to advise consumers and patients. Researchers, regulators, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionists would love to better understand the risks and benefits of eating foods labeled […]
Oatmeal has been eaten for centuries. Its popularity comes and goes, and I am not sure why. Eating oatmeal as your go to breakfast has so many up sides. It is readily available, not expensive, and very good for you. Oatmeal has fiber, we all know that. But did you know that the fiber in […]
There is nothing quite like a perfectly seared chicken breast or scallop. That golden brown color is the hallmark of restaurant quality dishes. Getting that perfect sear is not easy. You need several things working in your favor all at once. On a recent trip to Gordon Ramsay’s Academy outside of London, I picked up […]
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. A holiday known for large boxes of chocolates designed to SHOW your love FOR your love seems to be designed to sabotage your eat smart goals. However, with a little planning, you can prepare a special meal that will impress the ones you love in your life without […]
The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2025-2030 suggests cooking with olive oil, butter, or beef tallow. They also recommend limiting saturated fat to 10% of calories, consistent with past Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Our programs support the Mediterranean eating pattern as a diet that offers protection from several chronic illnesses including heart disease and diabetes. […]
Nothing is more satisfying as a bowl of warm soup on a raw winter day. Sure you can buy a can of soup, there are lots to choose from. However, making your own is not only easy, it turns out that homemade really is better, way better than canned. I am reminded of this when […]
We have all read the litany of “tips’ to “maintain don’t gain’ during the holidays including focusing on mindful eating, staying active, and planning ahead. The recommendation to eat slowly, to allow your brain to register that you are full is asuggestion that is frequently made. Many of the tips, like “avoid grazing” are common […]
A grande latte from Starbucks will cost you about 190 calories. Yes, calories cost, as you have a calorie bank just like you do money in your bank account. You only “get” a certain amount of calories each day if you are trying to maintain and not gain weight. Being mindful about how you spend […]
The late great Chef Anne Burrell famously said, “salt and pepper are not married, they are just dating.” Pretty much all you need to know about this duo is packed into that quote, however, I will elaborate. Salt (aka, table salt, kosher salt), is a flavor enhancer. It lifts the flavors of a dish and […]
A few years ago, pink Himalayan salt started cropping up everywhere: discount stores, grocery stores, gift shops, and gourmet shops. It is a beautiful color and is often branded as a healthier alternative to sea salt or regular table salt. Pink Himalayan salt is from a salt range in the mountains in Pakistan. It is […]