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Are Frozen Vegetables Healthy?

Sep 18, 2018 · Daniel Pendick · Nutrition

With fresh-picked local produce, the snap peas still have their snap, the cauliflower keeps its crunch, and mushrooms aren’t mushy. But when the freshest vegetables are unavailable or unaffordable, frozen produce is a viable option. For consumers, it often brings up a natural question: Are frozen vegetables healthy? The short … Read More

8 Meat Substitutes to Try on “Meatless Monday” (and Beyond)

Sep 17, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Nutrition

As people become more concerned about their personal health, and as plant-based products become tastier and more versatile, meat substitute sales in the United States have continued to grow. The market is estimated to reach $4.54 billion in 2018 and is projected to rise to $6.43 billion by 2023, according … Read More

Stone Fruits: 8 Healthy Reasons to Keep Them Stocked

Sep 14, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Nutrition

What do cherries, apricots and mangoes have in common? Beside being delicious and healthy, all three are members of the stone fruit family. Stone fruits are part of the Prunus genus, which shares a similar characteristic—a very large and hard seed, or “stone.” They’re generally abundant during the months of May through … Read More

6 Health Benefits of Tomatoes

Sep 11, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Nutrition

Few fruits are as versatile as the tomato—we use them to top salads and in sandwiches, they’re the base of ketchup, barbecue sauce, and other popular condiments, and they add both a sweet and savory flavor to soups, stews, gravies, and sauces. Southern Italian cuisine wouldn’t be the same without … Read More

Keeping Hunger at Bay

Sep 4, 2018 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Most of us are aware of the discomfort we feel when we’re hungry. That gnawing sensation in your belly—otherwise known as hunger pangs—sets in when your stomach is empty, telling you it’s time to fuel up. Ignoring hunger pangs can lead to weakness, headache, loss of concentration, irritability, and just … Read More

Flexitarian Diet: Healthier Meals, Less Sacrifice

Aug 30, 2018 · Chandra Johnson-Greene · Nutrition

While the percentage of Americans who identify as vegan or vegetarian hasn’t increased in recent years, according to a Gallup poll, the sales of plant-based foods rose 8.1 percent in 2017 and surpassed $3.1 billion, revealing that the number of flexitarians in the country is also on the rise. But … Read More

Is Canola Oil Bad for You? Be Skeptical About Extremist Claims

Aug 30, 2018 · Daniel Pendick · Nutrition

Before answering the question "Is canola oil bad for you?" (and addressing the controversy surrounding it), let's look at the history of this widely consumed product. First, you can thank Canada for canola oil. By the 1970s, scientists in that country figured out a way to use a plant called … Read More

Olive Oil Benefits

Aug 27, 2018 · Daniel Pendick · Nutrition

In folk medicine, olive oil benefits spread far and wide. People used olive oil as a digestive aid, laxative, and hangover tonic, and even as an aphrodisiac. But nowadays, this amber elixir is more celebrated as a key component of the Mediterranean eating pattern, highly rated for its impact on … Read More

This Low Carb High Protein Diet for Weight Loss Burns Fat Naturally

Aug 27, 2018 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

A low carb high protein diet for weight loss can be healthy, natural, and nutrient-dense. It can be a highly effective way to burn stored fat and maintain muscle, say researchers. And, if done right, it can keep you feeling satisfied, help lower your blood sugar, insulin, cholesterol, and triglyceride … Read More

Is Watermelon Bad for You? Here’s the Lowdown on Your Favorite Summer Fruit

Aug 24, 2018 · Dawn Bialy · Nutrition

As the temperature rises, you may be spending more time at barbecues, cookouts, and picnics. One way to cool off is to end your meal with some juicy slices of watermelon, but—as those who hear that it's high in sugar might ask—is watermelon bad for you? Not only is it … Read More

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