Articles Tagged “nutrition”

  • Tall, Green and Handsome

    What’s tall, white, red or yellow and has a thick fanlike leaves and a crunchy stalk? I’ll give you a hint the leaves and stalk of this nutritious powerhouse are edible. Give up? It’s Swiss chard! This under-rated soaring beauty is one to consider when you want to power pack any meal.

  • Healthy Snacks? Earth Talk®

    EarthTalk®  From the Editors of E/The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: I see a lot of “healthy snacks” being marketed for kids that list “natural flavors” but don’t identify them. Should I use these products? —…

  • Simple Water

    I love water! It’s so refreshing and nourishing. Many of my friends start their day with a mocha latte, but not me. Ever since I was in college, all I needed to keep moving was a huge bottle of fresh, pure water. I know, I’m not the norm, but if you just trust me, and start “crowding out” your other morning beverages with a fresh glass of water, you’d be surprised at the changes your body will experience.

  • Just EAT GREEN!

    American diets are surely lacking vegetables it’s true. So it’s no secret that leafy green vegetables are missing the most. It’s a great idea to learn how to cook and eat greens everyday, it’s essential for creating long-term health and vitality.

  • Tall and Beautiful-Swiss chard

    By Beth Aldrich What’s tall, white, red or yellow and has a thick fanlike leaves and a crunchy stalk? I’ll give you a hint the leaves and stalk of this nutritious powerhouse are edible. Give…

  • Are Probiotics Good For You? Bring in the Pros for Health

    There’s been plenty of talk about probiotic supplements lately, but are they good for children? The answer at any age is yes. Probiotics are healthy bacteria in the gut that help make vitamin K and keep the digestive system healthy, which in turn keeps the immune system strong—offering extra defense this flu season and all year long.