Monthly Insights
Do the new synthetic non-digestible fibers count as dietary fiber? (August 2022)
Carrie Dennett, MPH, RDN You probably know that dietary fiber is “good for you,” but what is it, exactly? Dietary fiber refers to non-digestible types of carbohydrates found in plant foods like fruits, vegetables, beans and whole grains. Because fiber can’t be broken down and absorbed by the body, it passes through the digestive tract […]
Why do I have a stomachache? (November 2010)
According to a study, some people may have gastrointestinal problems after coming too much INULIN, a plant fiber that is often used in processed foods to increase fiber content. Most of the study’s subjects experienced only minor problems such as gas, bloating, and stomach […]
Choose Truly “Microwave Safe” Containers (October 2010)
I thought I would write another month on containers as what we put in our bodies is very important but the containers and how it is utilized is also very important too. Did you know that “microwave safe” plastic can leach chemicals into your […]
Be Wise with Plastics (September 2010)
Plastics seem to be everywhere these days as they are cost effective and convenient. After watching an episode recently on CNN on cookware and plastics with Sanjay Gupta, M.D. I have researched my cookware and plastic situation more closely. The thing certainly is to […]
To reduce calories, eat slowly… (August 2010)
In a study of April 2010, scientists found that when a group of subjects were given an identical serving of ice cream on different occasions, they released more hormones that made them feel full when they ate it in 30 minutes instead of 5. […]