According to Kellogg’s, their kid’s cereals contain vitamins that “help support immunity” …AKA says NO WAY!
Whether it’s gummy candies fortified with vitamins or cereals done the same way – the KEY ISSUE is the SUGAR.
We know that while vitamins MAY help – and this depends on quality and dosage – support the immune system, we [...]
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How Sweet, Cereals to Support Immunity?
Posted in Advertising, For Kids, General Health, Observations, Word of Caution, tagged immunity, kids cereals on November 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
It’s Halloween – LEARN to skip the TRICKS, and ENJOY the TREATS
Posted in For Kids, General Health, Observations, Word of Caution, tagged artificial dyes, candy, Fat-Free, Halloween, sugar on October 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
It’s a HoliDAY
A) trick: Despite what the stores say, Halloween is just 1 DAY – and Halloween shouldn’t start CANDY / TREAT week, or season
B) treat: if you make it one day you can TREAT yourself – enjoy your favorite candy and / or baked goods
“Better For You” Sugar
A) trick: “sugar-free” but made with artificial [...]
FDA Targets Nutritional Claims on Food Packaging
Posted in Advertising, FDA, Word of Caution, tagged approval, FDA, nutrition, Nutritional Claims on October 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
WSJ: FDA Targets Nutritional Claims on food packaging
Finally! Is all I can say.
Finally! Is all I can say. The above Wall Street Journal article examines the issue that led to a “Smart Choice” labeling on a box of Froot Loops (Thank you folks like Bill Mahrer for publicly outing this ridiculousness).
My take? I have a [...]
Decoding the Plastic Numbers – what plastics are safer?
Posted in Observations, Shopping Tips, Word of Caution, tagged Green, plastic on October 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I get a lot of questions about plastic – and until recently I struggled to find a great resource, but I love Renee Loux’s Easy Green Living (pg 120) for its plastic safety information (as well as just about everything else!).
So check it out and learn that 1,2,4,5,7* (asterisk is important here) seem to be [...]
Sugar Added to Coconut Water…otherwise known as the story of When a Good thing goes Wrong!
Posted in Advertising, Word of Caution, tagged beverages, cane Juice, coconut water, electrolytes, sugar on September 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Since helping with the launch of coconut water here in the US, I’ve wanted everyone to know about the benefits of this “Nature’s Gatorade.” And just last week the Wall Street Journal covered the growth and popularity of the product.
Thus, you can imagine how SAD and MAD I became when I recently saw the [...]
Are You Using Your Kids as Your Weight Enablers?
Posted in General Health, Planning / Preparation, Word of Caution, tagged healthy eating, IBS, weight on August 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Are you a parent struggling with your weight? Does this scenario sound familiar? During the day at work or running around with the kids, you are the picture of healthy eating and self control (“I’d never have a cookie when I give my son one after school or as dessert”). Yet, come bed time [...]
What’s good for all our HEARTS?
Posted in General Health, Planning / Preparation, Prevention, Word of Caution on August 17, 2009 | 1 Comment »
This week, I discuss this topic on Good Morning America Health. Here’s a recap:
H: Hydration. Potassium helps water enter the cells and balances out sodium for hydration as well as optimal heart health. Try avocado, banana, coconut water, dried fruits, and Ultima Replenisher.
E: Essential Fatty Acids. Omega 3 fats are critical to heart health. Choose [...]
Big Eat, Small Price – you have to be kidding!
Posted in Advertising, General Health, Word of Caution on August 10, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Wow! I’m just working out in a gym at the gorgeous Glasbern Inn before my tour of their organic farms. Catching up on some television, I’m feeling pretty good about where America is headed…Oprah is talking to Kirstie Alley about weight loss and they are both nodding talking about how diets fail, how we have [...]
Pour some sugar on me!
Posted in General Health, Planning / Preparation, Prevention, Shopping Tips, Word of Caution on August 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
If you are a self-proclaimed sugar addict, like many of my clients, sometimes it feels like showering in sugar would be the only way to truly satisfy the cravings.
In recognition of the health benefits of reducing sugar intake (improved immune system, digestive system, healthier weight, sustainable energy, balanced moods, etc), here are some tips that [...]
My Pain Made Me Eat (or drink) It
Posted in General Health, Prevention, Word of Caution on July 21, 2009 | 1 Comment »
This blog goes out to several of my clients and friends who in recent months have wrestled with short-term pain (twists, pulls, and breaks) as well as those dealing with long-term or chronic pain. And what I want to focus on is the role that pain can play in derailing our nutrition for optimal health [...]
