Q&A: The New Buzzword: ORAC—Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity

Question by Kelly W. (Las Vegas, NV)
Posted on December 21, 2006
A friend of mine mentioned the ORAC scale the other day. I am interested in improving my diet and wondered if this was something to focus on? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: The Right Amount of Chocolate

Question by Lise S. (Buffalo, NY)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I have a friend that is a major chocolate addict. She swears that she read somewhere that chocolate is good for you. Is this true? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: What You Should Know About Phytochemicals

Question by Aaron S. (Birmingham, AL)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I have heard the word “phytochemical” a lot lately in regards to healthy eating. What is a phytochemical and how can I increase my intake? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Cranberry Juice for Better Health

Question by Nicole D. (Tampa, FL)
Posted on December 21, 2006
What are the potential health benefits from drinking cranberry juice? Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Diet Drinks and Children—What is the Right Amount?

Question by Nancy J. (New York, NY)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I am the mother of two young kids. They enjoy drinking diet soft drinks made with NutraSweet. Will drinking these beverages affect their development? It worries me that they are… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Butter vs. Margarine…The Great Debate

Question by Jim J. (Topeka, KS)
Posted on December 21, 2006
My family is wondering which is better for us to eat, butter or margarine. Read Full Q&A

Q&A: The Difference Between “Nutritionist” and “Dietician”

Question by Jenn P. (Warren, MI)
Posted on December 21, 2006
I have heard the terms “nutritionist” and “dietitian” used in the news lately. Is there a difference between these professionals? Read Full Q&A

Rev Up Your Metabolism

Article by Kristi Tuck, BS, ACSM
Posted on December 20, 2006
Many of my clients think that with age comes slowed metabolism. It is true that when we are young, our body finds ways to balance energy expenditure and energy… Read Full Article

Q&A: Include All Elements of Exercise to Lose Weight

Question by Ashley T. (Marysville, PA)
Posted on December 20, 2006
In hopes of shedding that last 15 lbs of weight, I have begun to run 3 or 4 times per week. In the past, this has always helped me lose… Read Full Q&A

Q&A: Apple Juice & Memory Function

Question by Emily B. (Chicago, IL)
Posted on December 20, 2006
I was told recently that drinking apple juice might help improve cognitive function. Is this true? Read Full Q&A

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