Nutrition

Hyper-Palatable Foods Linked to Overeating

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
Eating hyper-palatable foods (foods with a certain hard-to-resist combination of fat, salt, sugar and/or carbohydrates) is one of three factors associated with overeating, according to researchers. In the study, 2,733 meals from four different dietary patterns were rated on how energy density (calories), hyper-palatability, protein content, and how quickly meals … Read More

Starting a Food Diary

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
Q: How can I get started with keeping a food diary? A: Dietitians and other practitioners regularly encourage patients to utilize a very simple, yet often very effective, tool in their path towards their individual health goals—keeping a food diary (or journal). Food diaries can be used in weight management, … Read More

Omega-9 Fatty Acids

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
Q: What are omega-9 fatty acids? A: You have probably heard of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, but what about omega-9? Their lack of mention in nutrition news does not reflect their importance in our bodies but rather the ease that our bodies have in obtaining them. Unlike omega-3 and … Read More

Weight Fluctuations

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
If you weigh yourself regularly, you’ve undoubtedly noticed how shifty your weight can be. Whether a few pounds (or more!) up or down from your last weigh-in, that often-evasive number on the scale can trigger questions and even emotions depending on goals and expectations. Whether due to fat or muscle … Read More

Pack a Stash of Pistachios

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
The Folklore. There’s no denying the irresistible pistachio. Its smooth beige shell reveals a peak of the green goodness within. Native to the Middle East, including what is now Turkey, Iran, and Syria, pistachios were considered royalty and an aphrodisiac, and Chinese legend says they bring good luck to those … Read More

Restaurant Breakfasts

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
Popular breakfasts from home include cereal, yogurt, oatmeal, or toast. These options are fairly low in sodium and saturated fat, and most are nutrient-dense ways to start your day. However, eating the first meal of the day out presents a much wider array of options, often including salty meats, fried … Read More

Research Round Up May 2023

Apr 20, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
• Walnuts Boost Health. Adding one ounce of walnuts daily to the diets of adults and children who don’t normally eat nuts was linked with improvements in diet quality and nutrient intakes, according to researchers. Data from 7,757 “no-nut consumers” was examined to determine percentages over the recommended intake for … Read More

Make Healthy Fats Part of Your Eating Pattern

Mar 24, 2023 · · Energy & Fatigue
Sometimes, it’s challenging to make changes in your diet. But here’s a simple approach to make your plate healthier: Focus on including more foods found in a Mediterranean-style dietary pattern—high in whole, plantbased foods and low in meat, sweets, and processed foods—and you’ll automatically be consuming more hearthealthy unsaturated fats … Read More

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