Did you know that ingredients are listed from most to least?  What that means is that when you see the list of ingredients on a food package, the ingredients appear in the order in which the product has the most to which ingredients are in the smallest amount in the package.  

Question:  Should I buy my fruits and vegetables based on the “Dirty Dozen” list? 

 With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner you may be thinking of some Irish or green colored foods or beverages to feature for a family meal or gathering…. 

Question: Are brown eggs better or healthier than white and do they taste different? 

Question: My mother is in her 80’s and lives alone. While generally she is very healthy and active, I worry about her eating habits, especially on days where she may not feel well.

Recently I interviewed Stu Helm, podcaster and Asheville Food Tours guide, for the “Ingles Information Aisle” on News Radio 570 on Saturday mornings at 8:00am (or via iheart radio).

I remember my mom saying this when I remarked one time on how busy and active she was even well into her 70’s; ‘Leah, the more I do, the more I’m able to do and the less I do, the less I feel like doing anything at all.’.

One of my resolutions for 2024 is to try and incorporate more beans into our weekly meals. 

Question: I feel like I should be drinking more water, but I really don’t like plain water. Any suggestions? 

Question: Is it better for me to use a kosher or sea salt instead of regular iodized salt if I have high blood pressure?