The holiday season is upon us, and while it’s fun for many people who get to spend time with their families, it can be a nightmare for health aficionados who are watching their diets. Maxine Siegal, Consumer Report’s dietitian, said that healthy eating during Thanksgiving comes down to being aware of how much you’re consuming. “Be mindful […]
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Teaching your kids about food labels
It’s crucial to make sure your child is healthy, and one way to do that is by teaching them how to read food labels. Sure, they’re not the ones doing the grocery shopping, but this type of information can be very helpful as they grow older. For example, understanding what’s in a food product […]
How to Address Food Restrictions During the Holidays
It’s always been difficult to prepare a large holiday meal, let alone entertain countless guests. But hosts have to worry about an array of other things, such as guests’ dietary restrictions. Here are four ways to address food restrictions at this year’s holiday feast 1. Reach Out to Guests Before hosting, ask guests if […]
New study says some food labels aren’t clear about gluten
Are we eating what we think we’re eating? According to a new study conducted by Gluten Free Watchdog, some products that say they’re gluten-free may still have small amounts of gluten in them. This should frighten anyone who is on a gluten-free diet either out of personal choice or because they have to. “In […]