Worldwatch Institute’s Nourishing the Planet emphasizes reducing food waste as a means to meet the needs of a growing human population, alleviate hunger, and conserve resources. Washington, D.C.- According to staggering new statistics from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), roughly one-third of the food produced worldwide for human consumption is lost [...]
I recently was reacquainted with the Chia Seed. If you are in my generation you grew up watching commercials showing a mystery hand slathering a greyish brown mixture onto a terra cotta cow or head and then with the miracle of time elapsed photography – BAM – a green lush garden of your own from [...]
I was recently contacted about the newest offering tied into that huge weight loss franchise that is the Biggest Loser – Simply Sensible. I was sent two free coupons for meals, but was not compensated in any way. It did take a bit to find the meals in my area, not all participating vendors seemed [...]
If you read my blog and take a gander at the recipes then you know that I use Earth Balance in my cooking. It is conveniently labeled vegan right on the tub and Non-GMO. Now Earth Balance® Proudly Sponsors First National Non-GMO Month. Read more about Non-GMO, The Non-GMO Project a non-profit, and Earth Balance
If trips to local big name weight loss centers and support groups with meal plans have not resulted in the weight loss you were hoping for, here is another alternative developed by a physician. It’s kind of like space food for weight loss with a ton of support along the way. A representative of [...]
Wings of Nature (www.freshharvestproducts.com) are a new line of snack bars blended with agave and organic brown rice syrup sweeteners. Perfect for kids, parents, and those who are living a healthy and fit lifestyle, Wings of Nature have only 8 ingredients! These bars are great for grabbing on the go, taking to the beach, the [...]
March – National Nutrition Month By Margaret Lewin, MD, FACP – Medical Director, Cinergy Health As March comes roaring in, let’s look at winter’s glorious choices of fruits and vegetables and plan to E.A.T. R.I.G.H.T.! Eat the rainbow! Not only do foods of varying colors pack a wealth of nutrition, they also look ever [...]
Restaurant Food Has Up To 200% More Calories Than Advertised MICHAEL HILL | 01/ 8/10 12:06 AM | Dieters can’t believe everything they read: The food at many popular chain restaurants and in the freezer section of the supermarket may contain a lot more calories than advertised. A study of 10 chain restaurants, including Wendy’s [...]
