Nutrition: How to get through the holidays without gaining a lot of weight
The holiday season is already here. This time of year is about spending quality time with family and friends and feeling gratitude for what adds meaning to our lives. Simultaneously, it is also a time...
View ArticleNutrition: Give the gifts that promote good health
If you are searching for holiday gift ideas for your health-conscious friends or simply trying to set the tone for better habits within your own family, your go-to ideas for presents might need a...
View ArticleNutrition: MIND Diet is a smart way to boost brain power
Although the Fountain of Youth may just be a myth, the MIND Diet is showing real promise at slowing cognitive decline in older people. This brain-healthy diet is based on science that shows that foods...
View ArticleNutrition: Hearts will love these healthful eating options
Day-to-day life is busy enough, and thinking about keeping your heart healthy might not always be top of mind. February is American Heart Month, a reminder that a healthful lifestyle is essential for...
View ArticleNutrition: Here’s how to lose weight without counting calories
People seeking weight loss are often after the latest and greatest diet in hopes to shed pounds. Some biotech companies even offer DNA tests to pinpoint the perfect diet for your genetics. While we all...
View ArticleNational Nutrition Month: How to ‘go further with food’ every day of the year
March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to promote informed and healthful eating habits. The theme of this year’s National Nutrition...
View ArticleNutrition: 6 fruits, vegetables at their best right now
Fruits and vegetables taste best when they are fresh and in season. Plus, with Earth Day coming up, we know that enjoying locally grown produce is good for the environment and our California economy....
View ArticleNutrition: How to counter food marketing to kids
It’s no secret that obesity among youths is a serious and growing problem in California and across the country. Nearly one in three kids and teens are overweight or obese. Kids who are overweight are...
View ArticleNutrition: It’s a great time to spring-clean the pantry
Although the changing seasons might not be so obvious here in Southern California, the longer daylight hours and blooming flowers are clear signs of spring. This is the time to spring-clean your pantry...
View ArticleNutrition: Portion distortion? It’s not just what you eat but also how much.
Many people turn to fad diets when trying to improve their health and get in shape. Diets that eliminate certain food groups while promoting specific types of foods in seemingly unlimited amounts are...
View ArticleNutrition: Picky eaters at home? How to get kids to try new foods
It’s not unusual for children to turn up their noses when offered certain foods, especially when it comes to vegetables and even fruits. Of course, we all know that vegetables and fruits are some of...
View ArticleNutrition: Ditch fad diets to improve your digestive health
In Los Angeles, as I imagine it is in other cities across the country, there is always a new hot diet. This year it’s the ketogenic diet, last year it was paleo, and of course, there are a gazillion...
View ArticleNutrition: Prevent diabetes by following science-based strategies
Most Californians have diabetes or prediabetes. This statistic is an alarming wakeup call about the health of Californians. Nearly half of adults in California have prediabetes or undiagnosed diabetes....
View ArticleNutrition: For healthy eyes and better eyesight, focus on eating the right foods
Eating well is vital for the health of your body, but what about the health of your eyes? Carrots may be notorious for improving sight and strengthening night vision, but optimal nutrition from a...
View ArticleNutrition: Time management is a key ingredient in eating right
It’s no surprise that good nutrition is a key part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. However, one of the most common barriers to eating well revolves around finding the time to prepare and eat...
View ArticleNutrition: Enjoy sweet tastes — with fewer empty calories that come with sugar
Sweetness is one of the five basic tastes, which also include salty, bitter, sour and umami. The desire for sweetness spans people of all ages, ethnicities and cultures. In fact, seeking out sweet...
View ArticleNutrition: Healthy eating includes considering the health of the planet
It hasn’t even been two years since California banned single-use plastic bags. This movement to create less waste may have been a small inconvenience at first, requiring shoppers to get onboard and...
View ArticleNutrition: Diet and lifestyle choices you make can ease hypertension
It’s no surprise that good nutrition positively affects health. In fact, poor diet and physical inactivity are leading causes of chronic illnesses, including Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease....
View ArticleNutrition: These healthy warm beverages are ideal for cool fall and winter...
Fall has officially arrived and with it comes cooler temperatures. The change in season, even as subtle as it is in Southern California, might have you craving cozy, warm drinks. While a steaming...
View ArticleNutrition: These 5 healthy Halloween tips will help make the holiday less scary
Halloween is all about dressing up in costumes, lots of treats and a ton of imagination, so it’s no surprise that kids (and even adults) love this time of year. While Halloween might seem like a...
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