http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:30:55 -0700 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:16:19 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Eat-to-beat-swine-flu?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Whether you're trying to avoid getting the flu or get better faster if you already have it, here are some tips that can help. Let Food Be Your Medicine Focus on getting most of your nutrients from the foods you eat. Make sure you&#3... Disease Prevention Tips Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:16:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m11d15-Eat-to-beat-swine-flu?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m10d8-Midlife-midriff-cuts-healthy-years?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Points Dude (flickr)Senior womens' health is largely determined by their midlife weight, reports a study in the British Medical Journal.More than 17,000 women took part in the Nurses Health Study that looked at the impact of midlife weight as... Disease Prevention Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:41:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m10d8-Midlife-midriff-cuts-healthy-years?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Less-sugarbetter-health?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Uwe HermannThe average American consumes about 22 teaspoons of added sugar every day. In a statement released by the American Heart Association, this amount of discretionary sugar consumption puts people at higher risk for obesity, heart dise... Disease Prevention Tips Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:41:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Less-sugarbetter-health?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d11-Eating-fish-is-good-for-everyone?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: the trial (flickr)A review of studies conducted over the last 30 years finds that eating fish is good for your heart, regardless of your current state of health.The omega-3 fatty acids, DHA and EPA, are found in high concentrations in fatty fi... Disease Prevention Tips Farmers Markets Tue, 11 Aug 2009 19:26:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d11-Eating-fish-is-good-for-everyone?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d4-Breast-is-best-for-mom-and-babe?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Honey-bee (flickr)While formula has come quite a way since its inception, there simply is no way to recreate nature's perfect first food--breast milk. Just right in its proportions of protein, fat, and sugar, and loaded with immune-boosting c... Disease Prevention Tips Organic Food Breastfeeding Tue, 04 Aug 2009 19:59:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d4-Breast-is-best-for-mom-and-babe?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d27-Polyunsaturated-fats-linked-to-bowel-disease-risk?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Jeremy Burgin A study published in the journal, Gut, finds that eating more of the polyunsaturated omega-6 fat, linoleic acid, increases the risk of developing ulcerative colitis. Linoleic acid is found in many vegetable oils like those from ... Disease Prevention Tips Mon, 27 Jul 2009 06:01:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d27-Polyunsaturated-fats-linked-to-bowel-disease-risk?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d22-CLA-helps-diabetic-women-lose-weight?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: KR Alipala CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) has been making news headlines for the past few years as a promising weight loss aid. Other studies suggest that CLA may be a potent anti-cancer agent. Found in high concentrations in meat and dairy p... Disease Prevention Tips Wed, 22 Jul 2009 06:34:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d22-CLA-helps-diabetic-women-lose-weight?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Nutrition-101-Where-are-the-real-food-restaurants-in-RI?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Veggie tacos from Taqueria Pacifica (David Hilowitz)   Here a just a few of the hot spots that are pioneering the real food trend in the Ocean State. Celestial Cafe 562 South County Trail, Exeter Features several dishes made with local... Local seasonal fare Organic Food Nutrition 101 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 05:30:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Nutrition-101-Where-are-the-real-food-restaurants-in-RI?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Nutrition-101-What-is-real-food?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Rob DiCaterino Here's the low-down on what makes food 'real'. Real Food: Is as close as possible to the way it's found in nature: An ear of corn is real food; high fructose corn syrup is not. A chicken drumstick is real food; canned mea... Tips Nutrition 101 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 05:29:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Nutrition-101-What-is-real-food?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Glycemic-load-linked-to-breast-cancer-risk?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Little Miss Cupcake Women who eat more carbohydrates and whose diets have a higher 'glycemic load' are more likely to develop breast cancer, according to a study in the International Journal of Cancer. In the new study, more than 61,000 women... Disease Prevention Tips Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:08:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Glycemic-load-linked-to-breast-cancer-risk?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Fake-food-fix-Get-real-sodas?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Katharine Moriarty Soda consumption has been linked to an increased risk of diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and cavities.  Many popular brands of soda contain these fake ingredients: Phosphoric acid: A substance used in many sodas to ad... Disease Prevention Tips Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:02:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Fake-food-fix-Get-real-sodas?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d7-TV-ads-lead-to-mindless-snacking?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Mugley (flickr) Children and adults are more likely to snack on unhealthy foods when watching TV commercials advertising these foods, says a new study in the Journal of Health Psychology. "This research shows a direct and positive link b... Disease Prevention Tips Tue, 07 Jul 2009 05:16:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d7-TV-ads-lead-to-mindless-snacking?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d5-Lifeextending-foods-in-Mediterranean-diet-identified?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: timlewisnm (flickr) A new study published in the British Medical Journal reveals that certain key foods are responsible for the health benefits associated with the Mediterranean diet. Of the 23,349 people who took part in the study, those who... Disease Prevention Tips Recipes Farmers Markets Local seasonal fare Sun, 05 Jul 2009 06:43:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d5-Lifeextending-foods-in-Mediterranean-diet-identified?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d1-Fake-food-fix-Independence-Day-hot-dogs-the-real-food-way?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Michael Johnson This Fourth of July, make your hot dogs something you can feel good about feeding your family. Most national brand hot dogs contain these fake ingredients: Nitrites and nitrates: These curing agents are converted to cancer-cau... Disease Prevention Tips grilling Fake Food Fixes Farmers Markets Local seasonal fare Organic Food Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:51:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m7d1-Fake-food-fix-Independence-Day-hot-dogs-the-real-food-way?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Better-diet-longer-life?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: The Bitten WordAll roads lead to diet when it comes to living a longer, healthier life. A study published in the July issue of the Journal of Nutrition found that people who followed the USDA Dietary Guidelines most closely cut their risk of d... Disease Prevention Tips Recipes Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:58:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Better-diet-longer-life?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Fake-food-fix-Lazy-beans-burrito?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Robert Banh There's no need to pull through the drive thru to give your kids a quick, protein-packed meal on the go. Make these Lazy Beans Burritos ahead of time and carry along to the beach or the park. Even the pickiest eaters will have a h... Disease Prevention Tips Fake Food Fixes Recipes Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:01:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Fake-food-fix-Lazy-beans-burrito?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d22-Toxic-pesticides-found-on-most-kitchen-floors?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Dougww (flickr) Never let your children eat off the floor (again). A new study published in the Journal of Environmental Science and Technology reports that several toxic chemicals, including many that were taken off the market more than 20 ye... Tips Organic Food Mon, 22 Jun 2009 20:28:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d22-Toxic-pesticides-found-on-most-kitchen-floors?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Nestle-Tollhouse-refrigerated-cookie-dough-contaminated-with-E-coli?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Vox Efx The US Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a press release yesterday warning people to avoid eating any variety of prepackaged Nestle Tollhouse refrigerated cookie dough, as they may ... Disease Prevention Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:17:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Nestle-Tollhouse-refrigerated-cookie-dough-contaminated-with-E-coli?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d19-Fake-food-fix-Strawberry-ice-cream?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Nothing says summer like fresh strawberries. Here's a way to to enjoy them today and after the harvest, with this all natural, home made ice cream. Made with absolutely no refined sugar, the fresh flavor of the strawberries and   sweet cre... Fake Food Fixes Recipes Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:37:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d19-Fake-food-fix-Strawberry-ice-cream?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Cornflakes-raise-heart-disease-risk?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner Photo: Peyri Leigh A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology finds that eating high glycemic (GI) foods like white bread, cornflakes, and white rice can raise the risk of heart disease by interfering with normal bloo... Disease Prevention Tips Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:41:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10608-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Cornflakes-raise-heart-disease-risk?cid=exrss-Providence-Nutrition-Examiner