Keep Foods Safe at Summer Picnics
By Stacy SimonFresh air and exercise, friends and family, and coolers of favorite homemade dishes are the ingredients for a happy summer picnic.But warmer temperatures help bacteria grow, so it’s more important than ever to practice food safety during the hot summer months.Keep your food from spoiling by following these safety tips from the US Department of Agriculture:Wash hands, utensils, containers, and work surfaces before handling food to prevent harmful bacteria from spreading.Cook food the same day as the picnic, not in advance, to give bacteria less time to grow. Cool food quickly by spreading it out in shall...
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - June 2, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Source Type: news
FEMAIL pits 'healthy' takeaway salads against greasy burgers
Salads might be the go-to choice for those who are watching their waistlines, however, for anyone calorie-watching they might be surprised that there are healthier options in fast-food restaurants. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - May 28, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
5 Reasons to Add Smoothies to Your Daily Routine
Smoothies seem to be everywhere you turn. They are on the shelves in the produce section of your grocery store, blended up at your local Starbucks and coffee shops, and smoothie and juice chains and shops. They might even be blended up in your very own kitchen. Recipes can be found on food blogs, smoothie and recipe books, and all over Pinterest.
The reason these are everywhere is because they offer so many benefits to your health, not to mention they are super easy to make, buy or order for a quick and healthy meal or snack. Smoothies offer endless options of ingredients, an easy way to get healthy ingredients into you...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 27, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
8 Recipes That Will Make You Fall For Balsamic, Fig And Hazelnuts
When tangy balsamic vinegar meets crunchy hazelnuts and sweet figs, the result is nothing short of culinary brilliance. Each flavor complements the others, conjuring a mouthwatering medley that is nutty, sweet and just a little tart.
Inspired by brilliant flavor combinations, we've partnered with Curate Snacks to discover the freshest and most flavorful recipes combining hazelnut, balsamic vinegar and figs from some of our favorite culinary bloggers. Get ready to be inspired for a foodie-approved feast just in time for spring festivities.
1. Fig And Blue Cheese Pizza
If you’re pining for pizza this summer, try servi...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 20, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
A Precautionary Recall of Three Cases of The Farmers Market Chopped Asian Salad Kit is Announced Due to Possible Exposure to Allergens
A precautionary recall of three cases (containing 6 salads each) of 6.25 ounce The Farmers Market Chopped Asian Salad Kit with Product Code G126B22 and Use-by Date of May 20, 2016 has been issued due to possible exposure to undeclared allergens (soy, almonds, wheat). The product, manufactured by Fresh Express, was marketed and distributed by Giant Eagle Inc. (Source: Food and Drug Administration)
Source: Food and Drug Administration - May 16, 2016 Category: Food Science Source Type: news
How to Have a Happy, Healthy Summer
By Stacy SimonSummertime often means spending more time out of doors, because of longer days, sunshine, picnics, barbecues, and kids out of school.Here’s how to make the most of your summer and stay healthy, too.Be active; be coolRegular physical activity is an important part of a healthy lifestyle in every season. The warm summer weather can make it easy to exercise outdoors and get the whole family involved. Just be sure to take some precautions so you don’t get overheated in the hot weather.Exercise in the morning or evening, when it’s likely to be cooler outdoors. If possible, exercise in shady areas....
Source: American Cancer Society :: News and Features - May 10, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Tags: Diet/Exercise/Weight Sun Safety/Tanning Source Type: news
This Type Of Birth Control Could Be Making You Crave Junk Food
The best birth control is easy to use and effective, but nearly all of these medications can come with side effects. The Depo-Provera shot, an effective, discreet and easy to use hormonal birth control method that requires a shot once every three months, causes one in particular: Significant weight gain for about 25 percent of the women who use it.
Back in 2009, a large study showed that Depo-Provera was linked to an average weight gain of 11 pounds across all users over three years. However, this was concentrated in only a quarter of the women who used the shot, meaning that the average amount that this subgroup...
Source: Science - The Huffington Post - May 6, 2016 Category: Science Source Type: news
This Type Of Birth Control Could Be Making You Crave Junk Food
The best birth control is easy to use and effective, but nearly all of these medications can come with side effects. The Depo-Provera shot, an effective, discreet and easy to use hormonal birth control method that requires a shot once every three months, causes one in particular: Significant weight gain for about 25 percent of the women who use it.
Back in 2009, a large study showed that Depo-Provera was linked to an average weight gain of 11 pounds across all users over three years. However, this was concentrated in only a quarter of the women who used the shot, meaning that the average amount that this subgroup...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 6, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Finding the Perfect Weight Loss Lunch
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This scrumptious BLT is one of the lunches I had regularly when I lost 140 pounds in 18 months 30 years ago. This is only one example in a whole repertoire of great meals I'll describe below that maintain my success.
When clients have asked me to tell them what to eat, I haven't, because it distracts them from what they really need to do. The secret to success in permanent weight loss is in learning how to think differently and develop your own unique set of habits and prefer...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - May 2, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
A Nutritionist's Guide to Stocking a Healthy Kitchen
It's no secret that preparing our own meals makes it easier to stick to a healthy-eating plan. You know the ingredients going into your food, and there's no sneaky extra sodium, sugar or calorie bombs hiding in home-cooked meals. That being said, it can also be time consuming to make everything at home, not to mention the time it takes to go to the grocery store if all the elements aren't already in your kitchen. One way to make it a little easier is to ensure that your kitchen is always stocked with what you need -- ingredients that are satisfying to your taste buds and easy to prepare, whether you are enjoying a relaxing...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - April 27, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Cute Card That Made Me Laugh, Then Rant
By Annalicia of YogaAndPilatesOnline.com I saw this greeting card at a local co-op awhile back. I laughed out loud. I couldn't help it. I pretty much live in yoga attire. :) It bubbled up some real feelings, though...honest questions and things that felt important for me to consider. I ranted in my journal. Here's an excerpt of that rant, it's how I actually feel about the cute card that made me laugh at the co-op... What other people think about me eating a scone is really none of my business. Who cares whether or not they think I deserve it? If I truly feel good about eating it, there's no need to justify anyt...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - April 14, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Reser's Recalls Macaroni, Potato and Tuna Salads
(Source: WebMD Health)
Source: WebMD Health - April 13, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Health Highlights: April 13, 2016
New Project Aims to Speed Cancer Drug Development Reser's Recalls Macaroni, Potato and Tuna Salads Coalition Calls for Changes to Hospital Patient Pain Assessments Back to Nature Cookies Recalled Illinois Resident Dies of Bacteria Strain Linked to Wisconsin Outbreak (Source: U.S. News - Health)
Source: U.S. News - Health - April 13, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Listeria fear prompts potato, macaroni salads recall
Pre-packaged deli-style salads made by Oregon-based Reser's Fine Foods could carry Listeria-contaminated onions (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - April 13, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
