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We are because we cook
A researcher argues that the characteristic that makes humans unique is the fact that we cook and goes further to suggest that processed foods, not overeating per se, has led to increasing obesity. (Get Food News) |
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Magazine Ads Skew Unhealthy
A study led by Dr. Jean Adams of Newcastle University reports the most heavily promoted foods in major United Kingdom magazines are higher in sodium and sugar while lower in fiber. Advertisements geared towards an educated and wealthy adult demographic tend to focus on ready-to-eat meals, sauces and... (Join Food Discussion) |
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Don't Follow Diet Recommendations Blindly
No major surprises as oats, blueberries, salmon, honey, dark chocolate, spinach and walnuts make The Daily Green’s list of healthy foods. Incorporate these items into your meals throughout the day for more nutrients, vitamins and minerals. However, do not indiscriminately adopt these suggestions bec... (Get Food Blog) |
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Not All Health Food Created Equal
Not all healthy food options such as oatmeal are created equal. Boston Children's Hospital found children who consumed instant oatmeal, which is more processed than whole rolled oats or steel cut oats, were 80 percent more likely to consume more calories throughout the day compared to those that had... (Get Food News) |
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Darker Foods May be Healthier
Darker pigmented foods such as blueberries, eggplants and black beans have greater nutritional properties than their whiter, lighter colored relatives. Researchers attribute this to the anthocyanins, which give fruits and vegetables their dark color. These anthocyanins are not a relatively new disco... (Get Food Blog) |
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Brain Boosting Foods
Long term studies of food, exercise and sleep by UCLA’s Fernando Gomez-Pinilla, professor of neurosurgery and physiological science, suggest a balanced diet consisting of omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, folic acid and turmeric can have far reaching benefits for improving mental acuity and prevent... (Get Food News) |
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Eat Fast, Get Fat
According to findings published in the British Medical Journal, people that stuff themselves and eat fast are three times more likely to be obese than slower eaters that stop eating before feeling full. (Get Food News) |
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Okinawan Sweet Potatoes
The beautiful dark purple hue of these roasted Japanese sweet potatoes are a great bold addition to the plate. Sweet and smooth, the darker pigment also has more anthocyanins, which studies show prevent free-radical and age-related cell damage in the body. (View Food Photo) |
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Organic Produce Guide
The Environmental Working Group lists fruits and vegetables along with their pesticide levels. Peaches, apples, bell peppers, celery, nectarines and strawberries are the worst offenders at the top the "dirty dozen". So if you are going to go organic, start with these. Use this list for reference the... (Get Food News) |
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Why chicken in the US tastes different
Have you ever eaten a freshly slaughtered chicken and discovered that the meat was more flavorful than chicken bought at the supermarket? For a global comparison, have you ever eaten at KFC in an Asian country and thought that the fried chicken tasted better than that found in the US? Besides that c... (Get Food News) |
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