Diet & Nutrition


Fruit, Fruit and More Fruit…Your Health Depends on it!

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on December 22, 2006
No doubt you’ve heard the news about antioxidants and why they are important to your health. The fact that normal functioning cells within one’s body can oxidize over time… Read Full Article

Eating Healthy When Eating Out

Article by healthybalance.com staff
Posted on December 22, 2006
Times past, eating out was a rare treat usually saved for special occasions or a weekend. Today, most people eat out several times a week. Many eat more than… Read Full Article

Q&A: What are the health benefits of green tea?

Question by Brian B. (Enola, PA)
Posted on December 21, 2006
There has been a lot of discussion about the potential benefits of green tea lately. How might this be good for me? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Office Food and Bacteria Go Hand-in-Hand

Question by Dan N. (Richmond, VA)
Posted on December 21, 2006
In my office employees will frequently bring in perishable food-to-share and leave this sitting out in the break room. Also, we have group potlucks and leftovers seem to linger in… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Salt Reduction Means Lower Blood Pressure

Question by Brynn V. (Minneapolis, MN)
Posted on December 21, 2006
My doctor told me that I have high blood pressure. He suggested that I decrease my intake of salt. Do you have any suggestions? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Artificial Sweeteners and Children—A Problem or Solution?

Question by Noel V. (Rapid City, SD)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I am concerned about serving my kids beverages flavored with artificial sweeteners. I realize that low calorie drinks are a helpful way to prevent childhood obesity, but are they safe? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Limit your Sugar for Better Health

Question by Tim S. (New Berlin, WI)
Posted on December 21, 2006
What are the recommended servings/limits on sugar? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Healthy Meat Substitutes Are Easy To Find

Question by Libby N. (Boston, MA)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I am trying to move towards a vegetarian diet. What are some good substitutions for meat? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What are some good sources of calcium?

Question by Tara P. (Santa Clara, CA)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I am a woman and I understand that it is important that I get enough calcium in my diet. I have heard recently that calcium may also help to prevent… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: The Prominent Pomegranate—Is it Really Good For You?

Question by Shani H. (Nashville, TN)
Posted on December 21, 2006
My best friend is a big fan of pomegranate juice because “it’s healthy for you”. What are some of the health benefits? Read Full Q&A

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