Nutrition Archives

Healthy Snacking Habits: Why You Should Choose Snacks High in Protein

Jul 16, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

I definitely consider myself a snacker, and I know I am not alone. Around 2:00 in the afternoon, I am often in need of something to tide me over. While it is tempting to give into cravings for some salty chips or a cookie as an afternoon pick me up, … Read More

Natural Home Treatment for Swimmer’s Ear

Jul 14, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Summer is upon us, and for those with access to pools, beaches, lakes, or rivers, it is time to start swimming. There is nothing like cooling off on a hot day by taking a refreshing dip into cool water. But if you plan to spend a lot of time in … Read More

Asbestos in Crayons: Should You Be Worried?

Jul 8, 2015 · Carrie Adkins-Ali · Nutrition

The tragic result of asbestos exposure strikes close to home for me. Asbestos killed my grandfather, who was a pipe coverer, and his wife, who shook his work clothes out before putting them in the wash. My father, who worked alongside my grandfather, has lung scarring from asbestos and is … Read More

Indian-Spiced Grilled Chicken Recipe

Jun 12, 2015 · Carrie Adkins-Ali · Nutrition

Indian spices aren’t just flavorful, they’re packed with health benefits, too. Turmeric alone is a super food with a wide range of benefits from lowering cholesterol to helping prevent Alzhiemer’s disease. One of our favorite grilled dinners in my house is Indian-spiced chicken. While there are many variations of spicy … Read More

Glutathione Benefits: How to Get the Most Out of the Body’s Number One Antioxidant

May 28, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

When most of us think of antioxidants, we think of things like blueberries, green tea, pomegranates, and other healthy food choices. But one of the most powerful and important antioxidants we need is produced by the body itself: glutathione. What is glutathione? As the body’s most powerful antioxidant, glutathione benefits … Read More

Best Home Remedies for Burns

May 26, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Ask any of my friends and family: I am extremely clumsy. Prone to accidents, spills, falls, and running into things, I almost always have at least a few bumps and bruises at any given time. As someone who also happens to love to cook and bake, it is not uncommon … Read More

New Free Download – The 9 Top Health Tips of All Time: How to Implement the Health Choices that Matter Most

May 14, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

There is a lot of advice out there on how to be healthy. Unfortunately, much of it is confusing and contradictory, making it hard to know what’s important and even what works. But when you strip away the media headlines, the best-selling books, and the biased studies, you’ll find a … Read More

Are Pesticides Harmful? Pesticides on Food May be What Causes Low Sperm Count in Some Men

May 13, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

For any couple, struggling with fertility issues can be incredibly stressful. And the incidence of fertility problems appears to be increasing. Researchers have found that sperm quality and count in men is declining.[1] There are numerous factors that may be to blame for what causes low sperm count in men. … Read More

How to Calculate Body Fat

May 8, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

How much you weigh isn’t nearly as important for your health and well-being as your body composition. The number on the scale reflects the combined weight of all your body’s tissues—water, fat, and lean tissues (muscle, bone, internal organs, and connective tissue). Of everything that makes up your body weight, … Read More

Is Salt Bad For You? Too Much and Too Little Can Both Be Harmful

Apr 30, 2015 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

If you have high blood pressure, you’ve probably been told to substantially limit your salt intake. This is because reducing sodium can help to lower blood pressure, which reduces your risk for heart disease. While much of the population consumes way too much sodium, it is possible to take … Read More

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