By Maria Doyle Food manufacturers are proposing a new Front-of-Package (FOP) food-labeling program. The new labels will highlight four nutrients: calories, sodium, saturated fat, and trans fat, but not sugar, despite the fact that sugar consumption has risen dramatically in recent decades. Sugar consumption in the
Vegan Tiramisu Cupcakes (From Vegan Cupcakes Take Over the World / Photo by Kim Hummel) Cupcake 1 cup soy milk 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour 2 tbsp cornstarch 3/4 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/3 cup canola
Recipe By Brandon McDearis and Photo by Michelle Holihan When you see the words “butternut squash” and “soup” used in the same sentence, then you can be sure that fall has indeed arrived. This month’s recipe is not only light and refreshing, but it is also chock
By Brandon McDearis Despite having been raised in the South, where some of my earliest memories include being fed Carolina barbeque since I was old enough to chew food, I have never been able to tolerate the taste of any coleslaw. However, that all changed last summer when
By Brandon McDearis Whether you are doing your best to prevent cancer, battling a history of it in your family, or dealing with cancer yourself, one important thing to know is that whatever the situation may be, your dietary choices do matter. While certain foods can actually increase
Weight Loss Doesn’t Always Equal Fitness Although proper nutrition alone can lead to weight loss, it doesn’t necessarily equal true health or fitness, says a new study in a recent issue of the official journal of the American College of Sports Medicine. Enette Larson-Meyer, Ph.D., R.D., FACSM, directed 36 overweight
By Brandon McDearis There is no reason why a salad, whether eaten as a main course or as a starter, has to be boring. A few flavorful ingredients not only can make a salad erupt with flavor, but also can add a substantial amount of nutritional quality to
By Emily Ford If you're adopting a new lifestyle focused around triathlon, you should consider re-inventing your diet as well. As you adopt a new, active lifestyle it is imperative that you adopt a new eating philosophy if yours is currently in line with the average American. Start
By Brandon McDearis In recent years, research has reported that the traditional Japanese diet is closely linked with reducing the risk of many chronic diseases, while also promoting overall longevity. This month's recipe is proof that the Japanese are indeed doing it right when it comes to eating a
By Emily Ford Food certainly sustains us! But often preparing a healthy meal is a chore rather than an enjoyable part of our daily routine. Food gives us the energy we rely on for our daily lives yet meal preparation is often a rat race. Often we overlook the