We are studying good nutrition, My Plate, nutrition facts labeling. I am searching for sites kids can relate to.
I teach third grade and have seven online computers in my classroom. We are studying good nutrition. the food guide My Plate, nutrition facts labeling etc. I am searching for sites the kids can use to relate to the above topics. Do you have any suggestions?
Here are some websites you can use in your...
Are veggie chips actually healthy ?
Are veggie chips actually healthy?
If you define healthy as fried chips, then no because of the added fat. However some veggie chips are baked, but then so are some potato chips so maybe if they fit in your healthy eating plan. The difference is veggie chips may be starchy like sweet potatoes which is...
Is there a meal supplement containing all of the vitamins, calories, fiber, and minerals that one’s mind and body would need?
I am currently researching meal supplements. I am attempting to locate information regarding current studies on a total meal supplement. Not that I am an advocate to meal supplements, I am concerned with the world's population increase and the continuous degradation of soils used for supplying our foods. Are you aware of any research...
Have you heard of using cartilage or gelatin based on cartilage to give your body the raw materials it needs to repair the joints with arthritis?
I am a senior in high school and a distributor for a health company. I like the idea of a Healthy Body Calculator, but it is something that is based on an average. I am not average. I weigh 117 and am 5 foot, 4 inches, I work out like a horse and benching...
Could you analyze my diet?
Hi, I'm 18 years old. I wanted to write you and ask if you could analyze my diet. Nothing too technical, just a straight up "your eating healthy kid or you need to read up kid".
Meal 1: 6:50 A.M.
3 egg whites
1/2 cup of brown rice
1/2 diced tomato
1/3 stock of broccoli
1 clove of garlic
1 Siberian...
I am changing to a vegetarian in hoping to add a personal tone to my paper.
My Honors English 11 class is doing an "I-Search" paper where the student picks a topic and researches thoroughly the subject of choice. The topic I have chosen is one dealing in your area of expertise: Vegetarians and the strange diet many people are switching to every day. As part of my experience for...
Does the US Dietary Guidelines call for less than 10% of calories from sugar mean sucrose, naturally occurring sugars or all sugars?
Does the US Dietary Guidelines in calling for no more than 10% of calories from sugar mean a) added sucrose, b) sucrose, added or naturally occurring, or c) all simple sugars (fructose, glucose, lactose, sucrose, etc.)?
Do you also know whether sugars on the food label refers to added sucrose or to sucrose (whether or...
How does dieting play a role in healthy hair, strong nails, and clear skin?
How does dieting play a role in healthy hair, strong nails, and clear skin?
What ways can you boost your metabolism and lose weight the right way without doing any dietary supplements?
Yes, food plays a role in the health of your hair, nails, and skin. Hair and nails are similar in that they are rigid...
Do dairy products reduce absorption of antioxidants?
Is your body's ability to absorb the antioxidants in berries reduced when they're eaten in combination with dairy products like yogurt or milk? There seems to be a lot of confusion about this on the internet. Can you clear this up? I'd like to start eating more berries for cancer prevention properties & want...
Where can I find a dietitian who could go through my kitchen cabinets and help me change my bad eating habits?
Where can I find a dietitian who could go through my kitchen cabinets and help me change my bad eating habits?
Click on the "Find a registered dietitian" link at the Find a registered dietitian on the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics on any page. Include your zip code or city/state, the type of service...