Eat Right, Stay Well May 2008 Archive

Foods That Lower Your Health Risks
Posted Tue, May 27, 2008, 2:57 pm PDT
More than one-third of shoppers are looking for functional foods; that is, foods that will reduce the risk of one or more health conditions.
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Do You Need a Vitamin D Supplement?
Posted Fri, May 23, 2008, 12:38 pm PDT
Vitamin D deficiency can cause weakened bones and lead to osteoporosis. Recent research has now linked a vitamin D deficiency to breast-cancer…
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Vitamin D: How Much Do You Need?
Posted Fri, May 23, 2008, 12:34 pm PDT
The reason we need more vitamin D as we get older is that, as the body ages, the skin is less able to make vitamin D from the sun, and also the…
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Tips to Lower Your Blood Pressure
Posted Fri, May 23, 2008, 11:46 am PDT
High blood pressure isn't a normal part of aging, and there are simple steps you can take to bring it under control that may work, as well as taking…
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Are Organic Foods Healthier?
Posted Thu, May 15, 2008, 12:59 pm PDT
U.S. shoppers purchase some organic foods, most frequently fruits and vegetables, followed by dairy products. But the big question behind the organic…
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Foods that Pack a Punch Against Cholesterol
Posted Wed, May 14, 2008, 12:29 pm PDT
Are you having trouble with high cholesterol levels? You know that a healthy diet, exercise, and medications can help to lower cholesterol. Now I…
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Tips: How to Select the Right Meal Replacement
Posted Mon, May 12, 2008, 6:17 pm PDT
If you‘re wondering whether you should try meal replacement bars, shakes, puddings, or soups to help you lose weight, here are a few things you…
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Meal Replacements: Are They For You?
Posted Wed, May 07, 2008, 9:26 am PDT
Meal replacements can be effective for weight loss when replacing one or two meals each day. They are generally safe, as long as your calorie intake…
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Fat: How Much Is Enough of a Good Thing?
Posted Thu, May 01, 2008, 5:25 pm PDT
Do you know what these fatty acids can do for you and how much you are supposed to consume?
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Meet Christine McKinney, M.S., R.D., C.D.E.

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Hi, I’m Christine. As a registered dietitian and diabetes educator at Johns Hopkins, I teach people every day how to eat smarter and live healthier lives. My blog will help you sort through what works and what doesn’t, while giving you tips to make healthy eating a natural part of your everyday life.