When people hear the word “fat” they often think first about their bodies and weight. However, in the nutrition world, fat means much more than that. Fat is a macronutrient that plays an important role in your diet. Many people like to say there are “good” fats and “bad” fats. My philosophy is “everything in moderation,” so I prefer to…
Yesterday was nutrition day in the US (the program started in Austria). While many hospitals were celebrating this special occasion (at least for dietitians like myself it’s special!), I was helping a local private school celebrate their very own nutrition day. The Ramaz Lower School spent the day learning all about nutrition, and as their consulting dietitian I was there…
Q: Per the old adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” will apple pectin give the same results? If not what is a good substitute? My mother wears dentures and has trouble biting and chewing apples. — Glenn A: Hi Glenn, As you can see from yesterday’s post, apples provide many health benefits, most of which come from…
Many people complain about the lack of fruit options during the fall and winter. It’s true that there isn’t much variety compared to spring and summer, but one of my favorite fruits is best this time of year: Apples! There are over a dozen types of apples to choose from, but my favorites are Gala, Braeburn, and Fuji. I find…
Q: Hi, I was wondering what the story is with all those freeze dried fruit snacks? I always give them to my two year old instead of cookies, chips, and sugary snacks, but does it REALLY count as having fruit? What nutritional benefits are taken out with the water during the process of dehydration? — Allyson A: This is a…
With Halloween just around the corner, I want to make sure you are all prepared for the candy-fest that often occurs on Halloween. Later this week you’ll find my tips about how you and your kids can enjoy some candy without packing on the pounds. But before we get to that, here are some myths, aka tricks, and facts, aka…
Earlier this week I told you about the benefits of honey and promised you a great recipe using the nutritioulicious™, nutritious and delicious, sweetener. So here it is: Yogurt Cake with Honey Syrup. The inspiration for this Greek recipe was my honeymoon to Greece in July, and last week Andy and I made a Greek dinner with Greek salad, spanakopita…
This week’s Wednesday Wonder is a little bit different from previous weeks. I am a member of a great foodie website, Half Hour Meals, and was interviewed by one of the other members on the site. Turns out she was curious about me since I am a new member there and my profile caught her eye. So this week’s Wendsday Wonder…
During the Jewish New Year in September, honey is used in cooking, added to the traditional challah bread, and spread on the new fruit we eat, all to symbolize a sweet new year. But is honey better for you than plain ole sugar? The short answer is no — honey is not nutritionally better for you than sugar. In fact,…
Q: I work out on a regular basis and I’m getting used to drinking sports drinks such as Gatorade and similar vitamin waters during and after workouts, and lately even when I don’t work out. What do you think about these kinds of drinks ? — Delphine A: Hi Delphine, Good for you that you exercise regularly — it is…
Sweet potatoes that is! Like winter squash, sweet potatoes are at their peak between November and December, even though you can find them in supermarkets all year round. Like white potatoes, sweet potatoes are root vegetables, but they can differ in size from short with round ends (like the white ones) or long and tubular with tapered ends. Sweet potatoes…
