Category Archives: Diets

I’m not so worried about fat anymore. Not because I’m the skinniest woman on the planet, but fat has a lot going for it. I’m eating full-fat Greek yogurt, blue cheese in my turkey burgers, and homemade granola with plenty of nuts. Fat, the healthy kind, is back in vogue these days. For years, government ...click here to read more

Could filling yourself with high-fat foods lead you to lose your sense of smell? Well, neuroscientists seem to think so. They are finding out how exactly your diet impacts your nose! One more reason to eat healthy. In a study by Florida State University (FSU), funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and published ...click here to read more

When it comes to packing my son, Quinton’s, lunch box, I’m an all-star. No ready-made Lunchables. I’ve got three types of raw vegetables, often with dip on the side, a sandwich with nitrate-free ham and lettuce, or nut butter (no peanuts, of course), organic applesauce, sunflower seeds. Gold star! He’s just turned five and is ...click here to read more

Summer is the perfect time to switch to sandals, unwind on a deck and indulge in those cooling, tasty treats. But did you know that it’s also the right time to think seriously about what you eat and drink? That’s because the latest data by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. ...click here to read more

I had cereal from a box almost every morning growing up. It’s convenient, tasty (especially with miniature marshmallows) and, once you add your milk, you’ve got pretty much a complete meal with calcium, protein, fiber, minerals and vitamins. Mom always had us eating a bit of fresh fruit, too, to cover all the nutritional basis. ...click here to read more

Have you heard that you should eat several small meals a day to maintain stable blood sugar and lose weight? That notion has made the rounds, and likely endorsed your daily snacking routine (and those handy 100-calorie packets!). But new research is suggesting this could be bad advice, particularly for diabetics. Two large meals each ...click here to read more

How much sugar or sweetener did you add to your tea or coffee this morning? No matter what your preferred style of sweetening up your morning beverage, a newcomer to the market could eliminate the need for either. A new “sweetness enhancer” has been produced by San Diego-based Senomyx and exclusively licensed by PepsiCo Inc. ...click here to read more

I’m never ravenous in the morning, and the same goes for many of you, I’m sure. But I always have something solid. Fresh fruit, whole grain toast with almond butter or oatmeal with some nuts and berries. Through the night, your body has been running on empty and you need to refuel! Now there’s new ...click here to read more

When you head out to your local grocery store, you’re likely enticed by labels on boxes saying, “All Natural” and “Nothing Artificial.” Who wants fake food? As a consumer, these claims make you feel good that you are purchasing wholesome food for you and your family – food that’s good for you. Right? Turns out ...click here to read more

Americans just keep getting fatter, it’s true, but did you know that sleep deprivation could play a role in tipping the scales? Studies have connected sleep, eating and weight in adults and older children. Now new research published in the International Journal of Obesity has found that the same may hold true for younger children ...click here to read more

Dr. Victor Marchione shares his views on the Greek yogurt fad You know, I’m all for treating food as medicine. What you take in plays a major role in how the body functions, how we feel and how strong we become in fighting off sickness. Good food and a balanced diet, to me, are the ...click here to read more

The next time you crave some salt on your potatoes (or those fresh garden tomatoes), live a little! Grab that salt shaker for a quick sprinkling. Recommended levels of sodium are now considered lower than what’s necessary, and the lower amounts are even linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Sodium Guidelines Too Restrictive ...click here to read more

Alright, admit it. How many times have you caved in to the creaminess of a full-fat latte or frozen yogurt? It’s an indulgence you don’t necessarily need to worry about. In fact, if you want to reduce your body fat, you may want to try consuming more whole-fat dairy products. Bring back the full fat! ...click here to read more

Dr. Victor Marchione shares his views on habits and long-term gains What if I told you that watching TV for two hours takes 30 minutes off your life? We’d all be digging an early grave. A British study looked at how common daily habits can have an impact on your health and longevity, like alcohol ...click here to read more