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Healthy Birthday Cakes
By: Jodie Shield, RD A birthday party just wouldn’t be the same without a cake. A cake signals that it’s time to sing “Happy Birthday,” make a wish, blow out the candles, and open the presents. But while most birthday cakes are laden with sugar and fat, they don’t ... more
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By: Jodie Shield, RD All foods, even cake, ice cream, and candy, have their place in a healthy diet. That’s the position of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (www.eatright.org). Kids can eat anything they want in moderation, but they need to compensate for the extra calories elsewhere in there day. One ... more
Read moreTeen Weight Loss Strategies: What Really Works?
By: Jodie Shield, RD Currently one out of every three U.S. teens is battling obesity. In my opinion, this is a big deal because research shows that obese teens have a 70% chance of becoming obese adults. A study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association has identified ... more
Read moreDo You Know Your Beans?
By: Jodie Shield, RD Beans belong to the family of plants known as legumes, of which there are about two thousand varieties all over the world. Beans are a key ingredient in many ethnic foods. Hummus (pureed garbanzo beans mixed with seasonings) is a popular dish in the Middle ... more
Read moreHealthy Families Eat Beans
By: Jodie Shield, RD While beans may not be magical enough to grow a fairy-tale beanstalk, they do work their own kind of magic on our health. Several studies suggest that eating beans may prevent heart disease, reduce one’s risk of developing colon cancer, and help to control diabetes. Although ... more
Read morePortion Distortion
By: Jodie Shield, RD When kids follow the MyPlate recommendations for daily servings, they are well on their way to healthy eating and a healthy weight. Unfortunately, many kids today seem to be suffering from “portion distortion.” When talking about what kids eat or drink, keep these definitions in mind: ... more
Read moreHow To Buy Eggs
By: Jodie Shield, RD When it comes to buying eggs, it’s not six of one, half dozen of the other. Brown, jumbo, grade A, organic -there are so many factors to consider.As you’re checking out the carton and reading the Nutrition Facts panel, here are few handy definitions to ... more
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