Column Archive :: 2006

Dec. 14 , 06 :: Does your favorite restaurant make the grade?
Don't pick up more than food when eating out.

Dec. 07, 06 :: Is it time to rethink the flaky biscuit?
What makes biscuits flaky is trans fat.

Nov. 30, 06 :: Put health on your holiday shopping list
Some health-promoting gift ideas.

Nov. 23, 06 :: Do some homework when hiring a nutritionist
Ask some questions when searching for diet advice.

Nov. 16, 06 :: Try something different for your holiday meals
Take some simple steps to avoid the holiday bulge.

Nov. 9, 06 :: Stop the snack attacks on children's health
Let's break the chain of snacks in our kids' lives.

Nov. 2, 06 :: Learn the differences among vegetable oils
There's no need to avoid all fats. But learn which ones are good for you.

Oct. 26, 06 :: Make a good breakfast a first step to good health
Take the time to avoid the fatty breakfast traps.

Oct. 19 , 06 :: Make trust one of your food values
Local farmers work hard to cultivate your trust.

Oct. 12, 06 :: Choose your popcorn wisely
Watch out for the hidden fat in your popcorn snack.

Oct. 5, 06 :: Avoid trans fats while eating out
Don't wait for the government to protect you.

Sept. 28, 06 :: Stay positive when doing a lifestyle makeover
Some simple steps can make a big difference. Start today!

Sept. 21, 06 :: Menopause offers opportunity for a lifestyle check
It's a big milestone what women should use for an assessment of their health.

Sept. 14, 06 :: Learn to say 'Downsize my meal!'
If you're overweight, you might be suffering from portion distortion.

Sept. 7, 06 :: Gain a better understanding of Indian food
Despite their exotic nature to most Americans, Indian dishes have much to offer.

August 31, 06 :: Don't wait to begin enjoying whole grains
Whole grains are finally getting the love they deserve.

August 24, 06 :: Take on a coach to tame your kitchen
Use this guide to bring order to your meal planning.

August 17, 06 :: Environmental concerns affect some eaters
Two new books take a look at how diets affect the planet.

August 10, 06 :: Weighing the morality of your meals
What moral choices go into your food selections?

July 27, 06 :: Glycemic index isn't practical for most people
Good carb-counting advice is much simpler than this tool.

July 20, 06 :: New approaches to hypoglycemia
Understand the new ways this condition is being treated.

July 13, 06 :: Leave 'energy' foods on the store rack
Only a very few people need energy bars, gels and drinks. Save your money.

July 6, 06 :: Some kids' drinks pack a caffeine punch
Parents need to monitor how much caffeine their children might be drinking.

June 29, 06 :: Explore the wide world of salad greens
Your salad days are here again. Indulge in the variety of choices.

June 22, 06 :: Try healthier alternatives to standard hot dogs
Hot dogs are symbols of summer fun. Try some new ones to boost your health.

June 15, 06 :: Ethiopian meals offer finger-licking delights
In some restaurants, it's OK to share your plate and eat with your fingers.

June 8, 06 :: Summer: The perfect season for weight loss
The slower pace and lighter foods can make it easier to eat better.

June 1, 06 :: Gluten puts many foods off-limits for some
Celiac disease makes this common food component a no-no.

May 25, 06 :: Watermelon is a superfood
The summer favorite is also surprisingly good for you.

May 18, 06 :: Weighing the benefits of organic foods
Organic foods are often fresher and more nutritious, but some folks need more fundamential diet changes.

May 11, 06 :: Fish oil isn't for everyone
There's lots of hype about fish oil, but not everyone should take it.

May 4, 06 :: Minimize your intake of palm oil
Palm oil is showing up in more foods, but you should take care not to eat too much of it.

April 27, 06 :: There's a lot to love about bagels
Bagels are convenient and are easy to dress up the way you like them.

April 20, 06 :: Clearing the air on garlic
Garlic has plenty of plusses, and a lot of hype.

April 13, 06 :: Not enough being done to get benzene out of drinks
There's no good reason why benzene should be showing up in popular beverages.

April 6, 06 :: How to stash an emergency food supply
Here's how to put away an emergency food stash.

March 30, 06 :: Supplements not always a plus
Too many people are swallowing too many supplements.

March 23 , 06 :: Rethink your beverages and shed pounds
Change what you drink and you can improve your health.

March 16 , 06 :: Pack your own snack packs
Food companies are now offering little packs of snacks, but you may be better off packing your own.

March 09, 06 :: Enjoy desserts healthfully
You can enjoy your cake, if you do it with a bit of care.

March 02, 06 :: Soft drinks found to contain benzene
Two common soft drink ingredients form the cancer-causing chemical.

February 23, 06 :: Vegans teach lessons for all of us
While their diets may be too extreme for most people, they still can be instructive.

February 16, 06 :: Beware of 'headline diets'
Don't take your dietary advice from newspaper headlines.

February 09 , 06 :: Explore healthful alternative dips, spreads
Spice up your meals with these fresh ideas for dips and spreads.

February 02, 06 :: Book offers fascinating peek into world's kitchens
'Hungry Planet' tells us about ourselves -- by taking a look at others. Also, a PFOA update.

January 19, 06 :: Trans fat transformed American cooking
The history of trans fat is an outline of modern mass-produced food.

January 12, 06 :: Improve your diet by trying meat substitutes
Gone are the days of tasteless soy burgers.

January 05, 06 :: Find trans fat info on new food labels
New rules go into effect giving consumers helpful information about their food.

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