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Understanding Macros
There are three macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
Each plays a vital role in your body’s functioning and, as a result, your health and well-being.
Why Eating the Rainbow Matters
Diverse colors in your diet provide the vitamins, minerals, and (possibly) healthful phytochemicals your body needs.
Childhood Overweight & Obesity Isn’t Recognized By Parents
Research has shown 95% of parents with overweight kids don’t realize their child is overweight, which may influence their readiness to make needed habit changes.
The Not So Fresh Market
A deep look inside the produce department – with photos
Farm → (Freezer) → Fork
Get real with yourself and increase your chances to eat healthy every day. There are many advantages to using frozen foods.
Sugar By Any Other Name Is Still Sugar
Learn to recognize different names for sugar on ingredient lists to avoid excess added sugar consumption.
Popcorn+paper bag+microwave = healthy snack
“Based on fiber, whole grains, and antioxidant levels, popcorn is the king of snack foods.” Joe Vinson, PhD, professor of chemistry at the University of Scranton.
You Don’t Have to Shop at the Farmers Market to Eat Healthy
Are the fruits and vegetables at your local Farmers Market any better than at the grocery store?