Nutrition Archives

Recipe of the Month: Dark Chocolate-Avocado Pudding

Jan 24, 2023 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Ask the Experts: Meat Allergy Following Tick Bite; Experimental Dementia Drug

Jan 24, 2023 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

My grandson’s new wife tells me she is allergic to meat due to a tick bite she received several years ago. Is it really possible for a tick bite to cause a meat allergy? It is possible (in fact, my niece has this problem) but very rare. The condition is … Read More

Dark Chocolate

Jan 19, 2023 · Lori Zanteson · Nutrition

The Folklore. What better time of year to treat your Valentine (and yourself!) to the ultimate gift that’s both from and maybe even for the heart—dark chocolate. Dating back to 2000 BC, long before it represented romance and indulgence, the Mayans enjoyed it as a fermented drink mixed with spices … Read More

The Nutrition of Global Cuisine—Healthier  by Region?

Jan 19, 2023 · Lori Zanteson · Nutrition

There has never been a better time to explore the exciting flavors of world cuisines. Thanks to our global economy (and some help from technology), the many foods and cooking styles of this country’s diverse melting pot are easily accessible, and they’re a great way to add a variety of … Read More

Anti-Inflammatory Foods:  Eat to Help Fight Inflammation

Jan 19, 2023 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Inflammation is a hot topic these days. With so many people suffering from chronic diseases, we are all looking for ways to reduce our risk. It turns out that diet is a major risk factor for inflammation and chronic disease. This fact has many people asking, “What anti-inflammatory foods should … Read More

Sweet Treats

Jan 19, 2023 · Heidi McIndoo · Nutrition

Healthy eating is not a black and white issue. It’s shades of gray—and sweets are definitely in the gray area. It’s true, sugary-filled treats shouldn’t be a major part of your diet. However, there’s also no reason why they need to be banned entirely. In fact, for many, swearing off … Read More

The Psychology of Food Choices

Jan 19, 2023 · Denise Webb · Nutrition

A salad or a cheeseburger? A fruit bowl or chocolate cake? A milkshake or a diet soda? There are many factors that determine which food you would choose, and the decision-making process is far more complicated than many of us even realize. Some food choices are deliberate, while others are … Read More

Spotlight on Supplements: Lutein

Jan 19, 2023 · Bridget Cassady · Nutrition

Did your parents ever tell you, “Eat your veggies, they’re good for your eyes”? My mother did. While not all the nutrition advice I received as a child was deeply rooted in science, there may be some truth to this one. EN looks to lutein, a carotenoid pigment, for its … Read More

The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting

Jan 19, 2023 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

What is Yo-Yo Dieting? Like a yo-yo repeatedly moving up and down, “yo-yo dieting,” also known as the yo-yo effect or weight cycling, describes the up-and-down cyclical pattern of losing weight, gaining it back, then dieting to lose it again. The term was coined in the 1980s by Kelly Brownell … Read More

What is Selenium?

Jan 19, 2023 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Selenium is a trace mineral found naturally in the soil, water, and in certain (mostly whole) foods, including Brazil nuts, tuna, and eggs (see Selenium-Rich Foods). An essential mineral, our bodies need selenium to properly function. Because our bodies do not make selenium, we must get it through diet. Though … Read More

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