Feature Article
November 5, 2009

WANT TO REDUCING YOUR RISK FOR CANCERS OF THE COLON (LARGE INTESTINES) AND RECTUM; READ THIS!

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Choose Non-Red Meat Sources of Lean Protein A high intake of red meat has been shown to increase the risk of colorectal cancer. Instead, choose poultry, fish, eggs, soy products, beans, and whole grains for the healthiest protein sources. Choose a Rainbow of Vegetables and Fruits Vegetables and... Read on »

Sports Nutrition
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Sports nutrition is built upon an understanding of how nutrients such as carbohydrate, fat, and protein contribute to the... Read on »

Current NutriSearch
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Pregnancy is the only period in life when a woman’s eating habits directly affects another person. The decision to incorporate delicious vegetables, whole grains and legumes, lean protein, and other wise food choices into your... 

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Recipe of the Week
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Ingredients 4 Large cucumbers peeled and sliced 3 Spring onions slices (bulbs only) ½ cup (125ml) of low-fat salad dressing (fat-free is preferable if you can obtain it) ¼ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon black pepper   Method Mix sliced onions and cucumbers in a large bowl. Pour low-fat (or fat-free) salad dressing over cucumbers and onions.... 

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Geriatric Nutrition
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The nutritional status of old people is affected by many factors. The person’s socioeconomic, cultural and psychological conditions have an effect. Lack of adequate money would affect what an elderly person can eat. In the same... 

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Food in Focus

IS BROWN SUGAR BETTER THAN WHITE SUGAR?

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Over-consumption of sugar has lead to a decrease in the quality of our lives because it is linked with tooth decay, overweight, obesity and some diet-related diseases. The sugar can be used in our beverages... Read on »