This Week's Nutrition and Health News

Here are some of my favorite nutrition and health articles from this week;

Still Counting Calories? Your Weight-Loss Plan May Be Outdated
(Dietitians and other healthcare professionals always say, "calories in vs. calories out"....but is it really that simple? Not necessarily)



Really? The Claim: Allergies Reduce the Risk of Cancer
(Should I be excited about my itchy eyes, scratchy throat, and runny nose?!?!)

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First Lady Teams Up With Grocers Nationwide
(Ok, so let's say Obama is not longer president after 2012, I'm praying that Michelle Obama will continue her quest to help combat obesity! She's doing some amazing things for this country.)



Resist Temptation With All Your (Muscle) Might
(Clench your fists before you make a decision between let's say...fruit and a piece of cake. You might make a better choice. Sounds strange, but science is science!)


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Milk Campaign Ended Amid Social Media Firestorm
(Some people are just so sensitive. I do believe milk is great for PMS prevention, actually. Or any milk alternative with 20-30% vitamin D and calcium. It really does work. For even more help, add a magnesium supplement.)

QUESTION: What was your favorite health and nutrition article from this week?

This Week's Health and Nutrition News

I hope everyone had a great week and is having a nice weekend. The weather here has been spectacular. Nick and I have been trying to take advantage by working in the garden, going on walks, and for Nick...riding his bike to work, which is now a 45 minute bike ride!

Just like last weekend, today I have rounded up the most interesting nutrition and health articles from the week (according to me!). Here they are in random order, starting with a quote;

“Let nothing which can be treated by diet be treated by other means.” -Maimonides


AMEN!

New Study Implicates Environmental Factors in Autism
(I am always interested in learning new things about Autism. While it may not significantly impact my job, I do get a lot of questions about diet and autism, so the more I know the better!)

Healthy Lifestyle Is Medicine
(I thought this was one of those no brainer studies, but the results were pretty interesting)

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Tiny Belly Scheme

(You've seen these ads, right?! My question is; who the heck really believes this? Apparently tons of people have been scammed.)

Putting The pH Diet To The Acid Test

(This is a diet that I have actually had people try to convince me is a sound, healthy way to eat. While I agree that a diet high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains is better than one loaded with lots of animal proteins, and few fruits and veggies, I would never suggest taking any eating plan to this extreme. Just like our own bodies can help us "Detox", they also keep our acid levels balanced and neutral. Don't be fooled by this!)

Obesity Rates in America

(Brian Williams told me on the NBC World news the other day that currently only one state has an obesity rate under 20%, and that's Colorado. But sadly, they aren't too far at 19.8%)

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Treating Obesity in the Womb
(You know obesity is a serious problem when studies are being done to try to combat obesity before a child is even born. This is crazy!)



Kraft Slips Cauliflower Into Mac and Cheese
(Yes, you read that right, Kraft is now adding cauliflower it some of its mac & cheese. This cauliflower is freeze-dried and then made into a powder. It's hardly as good for you as true cauliflower, and it's truly defeating the purpose of teaching your kids about how to enjoy vegetables, however, I think it's a step in the right direction. I actually want to try it!)

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QUESTION: Did you read any other health and/or nutrition articles this week that were worth sharing?