With football season in high swing, you’ve no doubt seen the endless commercials for Bud Light Golden Wheat, “an unfiltered wheat brewed with citrus, a hint of coriander and [the ever ambiguous Bud Light claim of] superior drinkability”. But does this focus on wheat mean it’s actually any healthier or higher in … Read more
Nutrition is an important part of our well-being and development. It helps us know about nutrients in food, why we need them, and how the body uses them. Knowing the primary facts about nutrients can assist us in taking better care of our health and preventing diseases. There are seven major classes … Read more
This week, Washington, DC-based Center for Science in the Public Interest released a report analyzing the nutritional quality of foods marketed to children on Nickelodeon. The report is a follow-up to CSPI’s 2005 report and Guidelines for Responsible Food Marketing to Children. The report found that 80% of Nickelodeon food commercials are … Read more
Slimming down usually means eating less while exercising more. Shortcuts to weight loss just don’t work, and if they did, the changes are only temporary. Excess fat is hard to shed off. You can’t even target weight loss. If you have a bit of extra fat around the waistline, that is extremely … Read more
Fiber is a friend of your gastrointestinal tract. Fiber-rich foods have this scrubbing effect that cleans up your digestive tract and colon, reducing your chance of developing digestive problems. It helps prevent bloating and constipation – something you might have suffered from after consuming a Thanksgiving dinner bonanza. You may not help … Read more
The Whole Grain Stamp is a product of the Whole Grains Council, which itself is a consortium of food industry, scientists and chefs founded by Oldways, the non-profit food-issues think tank based in Boston, MA. The Whole Grains Council’s mission is to: Help consumers find whole grain foods and understand their health … Read more
Chances are you’ve eaten a lot of grains already, but are you sure that what you’re eating is the healthiest kind? Whole grains are an essential part of a healthy diet, and they are the best type of grain to add to your diet. All types of grains are great sources of … Read more
We all know how inevitably important a balanced healthy diet is for our overall health. A balanced diet typically involves many nutrients taken in balanced proportions – which also includes the consumption of fiber. Dietary fiber is a plant-based nutrient that passes through our digestive system without being broken down. Dietary fiber … Read more
Looking for a high fiber enclosure for your favorite burger or sandwich? The new Sandwich Thins from Oroweat® are a great low-calorie, high-fiber alternative to bulky, bread-y hamburger buns. Each sandwich thin has 100 calories and 5 grams of fiber. Whole wheat flour is the first ingredient – but the additional fiber … Read more
Whole-grain consists of all consumable parts of the grain, including endosperm, bran, and germ. Whole grains fall into two categories- pseudo-cereals and cereals. Cereal grains are derived from cereal grasses such as corn, rye, wheat, millet, oat, barley, sorghum, and rice. Whereas, the pseudo-cereal grains don’t derive from grasses, and include buckwheat, … Read more
Fiber is essential for boosting digestion, immunity, weight loss, and your gut health. It is a crucial part of a healthy diet, yet 95 percent of Americans don’t meet the recommended daily guidelines. High fiber foods are vital for a healthy weight loss diet and for overall health. How much fiber do … Read more
Fiber is a natural carbohydrate that’s good for you. It’s an essential part of a healthy, balanced diet. As you may know, fiber is an ever-present component of a dietitian-recommended meal plan. Why is that so? It’s because increasing your dietary fiber intake provides several health benefits for the body. Fiber is … Read more