Food Programs Helping American Communities
Americans are continually taking steps towards ensuring that the current population is not lacking in at least most of the basic commodities. There are a number of food programs that [...]
Importance of Consuming Seven Portions of Fruit and Vegetables
There are many people who try to eat five portions of vegetables and fruits daily. However, a novel research study has suggested that it is essential for even those people [...]
How to Eat Healthy During the Holidays
Eating a healthy diet while having busy schedules can be an extremely changeling task. Virtually everyone clearly understands that eating junk foods would eventually sap our energy, lead to indigestion [...]
Basic Facts about Breads, Cereals, Rice, Potatoes and Pasta
This food category plays a role of providing the body with energy. This suggests that the amount of food consumed would depend on a person’s activity. This also implies that [...]
How to Include Meat and Poultry as Part of a Healthy Diet
Poultry and meat can be useful sources of not only protein, but also other essential nutrients. However, poultry and meat can also serve as sources of cholesterol and unhealthy fat. [...]
Health Benefits of Dairy
In addition to strengthening your bones, three servings of low-fat and nutrient rich dairy foods on a daily basis can help in reducing the risk of many chronic diseases and [...]
Functional Foods and Their Potential Problems
Functional foods include supplements, herbs, phytochemicals, or nutraceuticals. Several claims have been postulated regarding functional foods. While some claims are backed by research studies, some have not yet been proven. [...]
Major Benefits of Eating Soup
The idea of a tasty bowl of soup stirs up warm and great memories for many people. Soup is among the healthiest foods to eat. Here are some of the [...]
Food Safety Agency Taken Over by Health Canada
Health Canada is taking over the responsibility of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. According to the government, the move will allow three agencies to take charge of different food safety [...]
Reducing Sugar Intake
Sugars are naturally found in foods like milk and fruits. There is no need to reduce the consumption of such naturally occurring sugars. It is evident that sugars also serve [...]