My Child Is Overweight: Can You Help?
Many American children struggle with their weight, and if yours is one of them, you may worry about their health. This month, we explore how working with a registered dietitian can help.
Is Brown Sugar Better Than Regular Sugar?
Many people associate brown sugar to brown rice, pasta, and bread and think it is a healthier option than white sugar. Brown sugar can be made from unrefined sugar or most often by adding molasses to refined sugar. One oz. of brown sugar contains slightly less calories than white sugar. One cup of brown sugar contains more calories than white sugar since brown sugar has smaller crystals and packs more densely. Molasses in brown sugar can contain a small amount of minerals but due to the very low amount, it does not provide any health benefits.
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Are you thinking about trying a gluten-free diet? It’s important to learn as much as possible about all that it involves. We have some do’s and don’ts to keep in mind as you’re deciding whether going gluten-free is right for you.
Start the New Year Off with an Evidence-Based Weight Loss Program Customized to You
Hoping to lose weight in the new year? An evidence-based weight loss program can help. Learn more here.
What Is the Difference Between Food Allergies and Food Intolerances?
Food allergies and food intolerances involve unpleasant symptoms that develop after you eat a specific food. However, why you get certain reactions and how to manage them differ quite a bit. Read on to learn the difference.
Body Composition Measurement
Find out why body composition measurements are more accurate than BMI index!
What are the Health Benefits of Drinking Coffee?
Long-term epidemiological studies show that coffee has many health benefits.
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