Partner content: Bananas & Diabetes
Question: I have diabetes…can I eat bananas?
Answer: Yes, someone with diabetes can eat a banana. Bananas are a good source of potassium and fiber.
Partner content: Eating gluten free
Question: I don’t have celiac disease but was thinking of buying more gluten-free products, are they better/healthier for me?
Partner content: Food Facts — On the Color of the Egg’s Shell
The color of the egg’s shell is based on the type or breed of the hen. Some hens produce white eggs, others brown, blue and even green eggshells.
Partner content: Pizza Night
Pizza often has a bad reputation and is considered unhealthy, but if you think about it, it’s just bread with sauce, cheese, and toppings – kind of like an open-faced sandwich! As is the case with many things, if you eat pizza in large quantities, and if your toppings are higher in calories then your pizza night may not be the best choice.
Partner content: 10 Summer Snack Ideas
As both kids and parents head into summer vacation, thinking about having easy and inexpensive snacks available becomes more important:
Partner content: Why is Milk Pasteurized?
Pasteurization is the process of heating raw milk to reduce the bacterial (both good/beneficial bacteria and bad/harmful bacteria) and viral load.
Partner content: Avoiding ingredients
Question: If there is a long list of ingredients that sound like chemicals on a food package, should I avoid buying it?
Partner content: The "Dirty Dozen" list
Question: Should I buy my fruits and vegetables based on the “Dirty Dozen” list?
Partner content: 3 uses for Plain Greek Yogurt
One item I often have in my fridge is plain Greek yogurt. I like it because it has no added sugars, is high in protein, a source of calcium and contains probiotics that may help with gut health.
Partner content: Are white foods bad for you?
Question: “Are white foods bad for you?”