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posted 07/09/2007, comment (1)

Weighing In: Is there a difference between whole grain and whole wheat?

Question: Is there a difference between whole grain and whole wheat? Whole grain means that the grain flour used to prepare a product has not been refined, a process that strips the grain of its nutrients. Often times when you see “whole wheat” it means that the bread is 100 percent wheat flour but not necessarily 100 percent whole... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/02/2007, comments (2)

Weighing In: Nuts are considered a good snack, do they have to be raw?

Question: Nuts are considered a good snack, do they have to be raw? I like roasted and salted cashews, but is it better to eat them raw? Heather: Nuts are considered a healthy snack because they are full of fiber and antioxidants. While they are high in both calories and fat, nuts have high amounts of monounsaturated fats, which lower... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/27/2007, comments (0)

Weighing In: Are oatmeal cookies good for my heart?

Ask the Nutritionist: I know that chocolate, alcohol and oatmeal are all good for heart health. Does this mean that any foods with these things in them will benefit my heart? Nutritionist Heather Reese: Unfortunately even the most nutritious foods can lose their healthy edge when other things are added to them. Dark chocolate is an antioxidant... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/24/2007, comments (0)

Weighing In: Is my baby getting nutrients?

Question: I am expecting my first child and in my first trimester. I am suffering from really bad morning sickness. Since many healthy foods make me nauseous, I’m worried that I’m not getting the nutrition that I need for my baby to grow.Heather Reese: Many expectant mothers suffer from nausea during the first trimester. The good news... Read more Chevron

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posted 01/24/2007, comments (0)

Weighing In: What foods should I avoid if I have gout?

Question: I suffer from gout, are there foods that I should avoid? Heather Reese: The most effective treatment for gout is medication; however, avoiding foods high in purines may help prevent flare-ups and/or relieve your symptoms. Gout is a painful swelling in the feet that results from an increased level of uric acid in the blood. Foods that... Read more Chevron

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