We cannot see them, taste or smell them. Yet they are the source of our calculations, frustrations and debate. For something we care so passionately about, there is a lot that we don’t understand about calories.
Miss the opening last week? I avoided the crowds and am headed out to watch this weekend. Skip the popcorn and candy – pistachios can actually satiate your hunger during “Hunger Games."
On February 26th, the “Skinny Nut” will receive global recognition as we celebrate World Pistachio Day.
Originating from the Middle East, pistachios are one of the oldest flowering nut trees, with evidence suggesting that humans were enjoying them as early as 7,000 B.C. Pistachios were first planted in California in the 1930s. Today, California produces more than 450 million pounds of pistachios each year, making it a leading producer of pistachios worldwide.
For many, Oscar Sunday is a time to gather friends, make predictions and enjoy watching the ceremony unfold. It can also turn into an all-evening snacking affair. When deciding what foods to put out for you and friends to munch on, consider healthier options to keep you looking as red carpet-ready as the nominees.
We’re halfway through February and if you’re like me, some of your New Year’s Resolutions may have already fallen to the wayside. All hope is not lost. There are still some tips and tricks you can use so that you not only visualize your new year’s resolutions, but put healthy habits right in front of your eyes.
For appetites of all sizes, the first-ever Kids Food Festival was held in New York City in January. Kids learned about the importance of achieving balance in food choices through entertaining activities and sampling family-friendly foods. Thankfully, a snow storm didn’t stop the festivities!
Registered dietitian Liz Ward promotes taking a more positive approach to changing eating habits for the better in 2012 by planning your eating pattern to include more nutrient-rich choices versus concentrating on what you can't eat.
‘Tis the season for holiday parties! On average, we’ll each attend at least two merrymakings this season and with so many tempting goodies bound to stare us in the face, it can be hard to keep those extra pounds from adding up. These simple “do’s and don’ts” will help you successfully navigate through each party.
Researchers call it the Pistachio Principle - we call it a lucky break. Two studies from Eastern Illinois University found that people who were served nuts in the shell consumed about 40 percent fewer calories than those who snacked on the ready-to-eat version.
Even though I don’t always get home to spend time with my family, Thanksgiving still remains one of my favorite holidays. I enjoy spending the day baking, braising and basting in the kitchen preparing a feast for close friends; and who doesn’t love the Macy’s Day Parade?
