Buy local, think healthy it tastes sweeter Nov 20, 2009
Buy local, think healthy it tastes sweeter - GreenDAY. The good life: Why eating local tastes sweeter. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Smart for Life(R), underWAY(TM), Kim Kardashian and Alonzo Mourning at Winterfest Nov 20, 2009
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Kids & Fitness: Winter tips Nov 20, 2009
And considering that children tend to eat more during the winter but burn, on average, half the calories that they do during the warmer months, it is even more important than ever to keep them moving until spring ... March, box step, bounce, spin, shake, it is a great way to burn calories. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Mashed sweet potatoes without the marshmallows Nov 20, 2009
Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 171 calories; 100 calories from fat; 11 g fat (7 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 33 mg cholesterol; 17 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 2 g fiber; 348 mg sodium. Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Cardio myths busted Nov 20, 2009
The truth: Although you may be able to perform this 'easier' type of cardio for a longer period of time, thus burning more calories while you are doing it, it is what happens afterward that is more significant. With high intensity interval training, which is cardio performed at a much more intense level, your body will expend a greater number of calories throughout the day in order to repair itself after the hard workout; this results in a greater number of overall calories burned ... You will... (iAfrica.com)
Diet soda's possible link to diabetes unclear Nov 20, 2009
These results are surprising when you consider that diet soda has no calories or carbohydrates ... It's possible that diet soda drinkers may engage in other behaviors that increase diabetes risk, such as lack of exercise or eating too many calories ... It's possible that these drinks could increase a person's cravings for sweets, or for more calories from other foods. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Popcorn: You'll laugh! You'll cry! You'll get fat! Nov 20, 2009
Here's some news that may send moviegoers reeling: Theater popcorn is often loaded with calories and artery-clogging saturated fat, according to a new analysis. A large-sized popcorn at Regal theaters has 20 cups of popcorn, 1,200 calories and 60 grams of saturated fat ... You can eat more than half a day's calories and three days' worth of saturated fat in one large popcorn, she says. (AZCentral -- Business)
Fruit: The secret weapon in parents' nutritional arsenal Nov 20, 2009
is naturally low in calories but high in nutrients like immune system boosting vitamin C, water and fiber, which helps children feel fuller and more energized with fewer calories. Federal dietary guidelines recommend five servings of fruit per day. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
900-Pound Man Dies after Cut from Chair Nov 20, 2009
I weigh 280 and eat 500 to 700 calories a day and have since I was a child ... in January 2006 it was reported that eating to few (not enough) calories can also cause you to be overweight ... To gain the extra 450 lbs, he would have had to eat 5,700 extra calories each and every day, beyond his metabolic needs. (CBS News)
Add life and color to your winter landscape: Attract wild birds to your backyard Nov 20, 2009
Rich in calories because it's primarily made of fat, suet attracts woodpeckers, chickadees and many other species. Some suet, like Multi-Bird Suet with Fruit and Nuts, is embedded with other treats birds love, such as seeds, nuts or dried fruit. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
More of this story Nov 19, 2009
And while it is a given they will taste great, they are also lower in calories, making them good for you as well. You may not have beef cattle at your disposal the way the Gustafson's do, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy well-prepared beef anytime you would like. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Big fat lies Nov 19, 2009
There are indications that certain dairy ingredients, such as whey protein, and combinations of ingredients, such as protein and calcium, can increase feelings of fullness, and increase the calories lost in the faeces - both of which may assist weight loss ... Reducing intake by 1000 calories a day, for example, is the equivalent of walking an extra 15 kilometres daily ... A low-protein diet is best for weight loss - FALSEThe success of a weight-loss diet depends mainly on the total calories. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
A pumpkin spice cake makeover Nov 19, 2009
This version eases up on calories and boosts fiber content ... Making these changes cut the calories by 37 percent, total fat by 60 percent and saturated fat and cholesterol by more than 75 percent while doubling the fiber ... Original recipe contains 328 calories, 17 grams fat, 10. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Health Food Impostors Nov 19, 2009
Baked potato chips Indeed they are lower in fat compared to fried chips, but they are still high in calories and low in vitamins or fibre to fill up one s appetite ... Popcorn contains heart-healthy whole grains, and around 65 percent fewer calories per cup, without having to sacrifice the flavour and crunch of chips ... Non-fat salad dressing Fat-free salad dressings are often packed with sugar so your dressing may be loaded with calories. (Suite101.com)
How to Drink Without Gaining Weight Nov 19, 2009
Calories and Alcohol. Alcohol is essentially empty calories as it provides nothing nutritional that the body needs in order to function properly ... While protein and carbohydrates are about four calories per gram, one gram of fat is worth nine and alcohol about seven. (Fox News)
California Bans Energy-Hogging TVs Nov 19, 2009
State Energy Regulators Pass First-in-the-Nation Mandate to Lower Electricity Demand. In a Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009 photo, Doug Pongrazc checks out a large screen television while shopping at a Best Buy store in Elk Grove, Calif. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
HEALTHY EATING: Cold weather crops on menus Nov 19, 2009
Radishes are very low in calories and an excellent source of vitamin C, one of the most important nutrients to help ward off colds and flu this time of year. Carolyn ONeil is a registered dietitian and co-author of The Dish on Eating Healthy and Being Fabulous. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 19, 2009
All the participants reported eating about 2,000 calories a day when the study began. All also reported having cut their intake -- some by as much as 500 calories per day at two to six months -- but then gradually adding back many of those calories. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 19, 2009
It says that some individual dishes can exceed 2,000 calories, more than the recommended daily intake for women ... "Since those chains make almost zero nutrition information available on menus, their customers don't have a clue that they might be getting a whole day's worth of calories in a single dish, or several days' worth in the whole meal," the centre says ... She said studies show that women who eat out more than five times a week eat an average of 300 more calories per day than women who... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Movie Popcorn Has Shocking Calories, Fat Nov 19, 2009
According to laboratory analysis conducted by the Center for Science and Public Interest (CSPI), the concessions from Regal, the country's biggest movie chain, have 1,160 calories and three days worth - 60 grams - of fat. Regal said that the medium popcorn had 720 calories and the large had 960, but CSPI's tests found those numbers to be understated ... A small popcorn at Regal had 670 calories - the same as a Pizza Hut Personal Pepperoni Pan Pizza. (CBS News)
Go healthy with stuffing Nov 19, 2009
Choosing which parts of your Thanksgiving meal to trim some fat and calories will allow you to keep a few of your favorite indulgences on the table ... Choosing which parts of your Thanksgiving meal to trim some fat and calories will allow you to keep a few of your favorite indulgences on the table ... Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 224 calories; 84 calories from fat; 9 g fat (1 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 0 mg cholesterol; 32 g... (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Fewer regrets with this pie Nov 19, 2009
If there is a choice of fruit pie or a creamy pie such as pumpkin (a painful decision for some), choose the former because it s likely to have less fat and fewer calories. The crust is the biggest nutritional culprit in most pies, with up to 220 calories and 15 grams of fat ... After all, a good deal of its volume is air, and 2 tablespoons of canned, whipped light cream has only 15 calories and 11 2 grams of fat. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Counting on Canned Pumpkin, Not Just for Pie Nov 19, 2009
But I buy pumpkin for our dinner rolls because Thanksgiving is the one meal when we have both the luxury of time to bake bread from scratch and guests who are not counting carbs and calories. If there's no canned pumpkin to be had, though, I developed for the Los Angeles Times will work with regular squash pure. (Epicurious.com)
Best Budget TV Dinners Nov 19, 2009
For example Banquet's Turkey Dinner is only 200 calories if everything is eaten ... At three meals a day, that is not enough calories even for dieters ... Some Banquet microwave dinners, at the same low price of $1, have more calories. (Suite101.com)
Fighting frugal fatigue Nov 19, 2009
He compared the scenario to dieting: If you gradually dip from 2,500 calories a day to 2,300, you ll have a better success rate than an extreme drop of 2,500 calories a day to 1,500. It s the same with your budget. (Boston Globe)
Holiday recipes that skip the bird Nov 19, 2009
Per serving (not including salt to taste): 620 calories, 30 g fat, 4 ... Per serving (includes coconut oil): 360 calories, 29 g fat, 7 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 350 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 21 g protein. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Danforth gets $2.5M for cassava research Nov 18, 2009
The crop is the primary source of calories for more than 250 million people living in sub-Saharan Africa because it can grow in low-nutrient soils and withstand droughts that kill other plants. Each year, cassava farmers lose at least 30 percent of their crop to cassava mosaic disease alone, and the cassava brown streak disease can be responsible for a complete loss of the harvest. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
OMG! Wizards Star's Wife Bonds with Baby and Burns Calories Nov 18, 2009
Also from Angie's ARMY, Ione Jamison offers new moms bonding time with their babies while burning calories ... Ione Jamison offers new moms bonding time with their babies while burning calories in the 'Pilates Together' class. (W-USA News, DC)
With Fancy Coffees, Calories Can Add Up Nov 18, 2009
A survey of about 3,000 purchases from 115 restaurant chains in New York City found that servings of brewed coffee or tea average about 63 calories, even when some include milk and sugar. But get a blended beverage and you're looking at 239 calories on average -- 89 more than you're likely to find in a can of soda ... A large ice-blended beverage, meanwhile, can reach 750 calories or more. (MEDLINEplus)
Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks Nov 18, 2009
And more calories from alcohol seemed to move HDL cholesterol levels down, although other measures did not change. SOURCES: Lawrence Appel, M.D., professor, medicine, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore; Alfred Bove, M.D., Ph. (MEDLINEplus)
Squeezing Truth Out of Juice Myths Nov 18, 2009
In some cases, juices have more calories than soda ... Ashton said juice can contain more calories than some sodas ... A cup of apple juice, she said, can contain 117 calories while a cup of cola contains just 91 calories and is also less caloric than orange juice (105 calories). (CBS News)
Click to read:Study: 40% of U.S. May Be Obese by 2018 Nov 18, 2009
Unless actually starving, people eating only poor quality cheap empty calories will frequently become obese ... Eating calories is one thing and burning calories with exercise is another. (CBS News)
Pet myths give you paws (2) Nov 18, 2009
Conventional wisdom dictates pets should be limited to no more than 10% of their daily calories from treats or human foods. Article Rating. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Recipe: Peach, blackberry and almond crisp Nov 18, 2009
Each serving: 299 calories; 6 grams protein; 42 grams carbohydrates; 8 grams fiber; 14 grams fat; 6 grams saturated fat; 23 mg. cholesterol; 222 mg. sodium. Copyright. (FOX61, CT)
Good Goat Rations Can Fail For Several Reasons Nov 18, 2009
For maintenance alone, a 15-pound kid needs 473 calories, Meyer noted. And to gain four ounces a day, that young goat needs 365 calories more, for a per-day total of 838 calories. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Recipe makeover: make family favorites healthier Nov 18, 2009
(ARA) - Many favorite comfort foods are chock-full of fat and calories ... The nutrition experts at share their top five tips for healthy recipe makeovers that cut the calories, boost the nutrition, and keep the taste ... When you cut sugar and fat out of your favorite recipes, you reduce the calories. (South County Chronicle, VA)
A healthy makeover to a takeout staple Nov 18, 2009
Nutrition information per serving (values are rounded to the nearest whole number): 329 calories; 36 calories from fat; 4 g fat (1 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 33 mg cholesterol; 54 g carbohydrate; 23 g protein; 7 g fiber; 185 mg sodium. Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Montgomery Co. to Require Calorie Information on Menus Nov 18, 2009
Patricia Deeds says she "needs to know because as you get older, we need to cut back.""It's the items like salads that, I think, shock people when they see how many calories and how much fat's in certain salad dressings, and if they really knew it, they'd probably hold back," added Dave Watt. But restaurant owners have said revising menus will cost them money. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Low Carb and Low Protein Diets Nov 18, 2009
They consume too much red meat, too much fat, and too many calories. Even if a dieter is watching their carbs, they will still need to watch fat and calories, as, well to maintain maximum health and loose the maximum amount of weight ... The amount of fat a normal healthy person is supposed to consume is 27 to 55 grams of fat per day, depending on how many calories that person is supposed to consume. (Suite101.com)
Helping a family member struggling ... Nov 18, 2009
The nutritionist should not talk about weight gain as a goal, or loading up calories. She should talk about health and the nutritional benefits of different foods. (Suite101.com)
More make-ahead breakfast ideas Nov 18, 2009
Per serving: 598 calories (39 percent from fat), 26 ... " BREAKFAST EGG CASSEROLE 1 pound bulk sausage or diced ham 6 slices buttered white bread 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese 8 eggs 2 cups half-and-half 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dry mustard Cook the sausage as directed on package; crumble and drain. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan. Place bread, buttered side up, in a layer on bottom. Sprinkle with meat and cheese. Beat eggs with half-and-half, salt and mustard. Pour over all. Refrigerate,... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Spicy meatballs made leaner Nov 18, 2009
But regardless of the originating country, most recipes typically a combination of ground meat, a filler (such as breadcrumbs) and a binder (such as beaten egg or sour cream) are loaded with fat, calories and cholesterol ... Per (2-meatball) serving: 72 calories (44 percent from fat), 3 grams total fat (1 gram saturated), 19 milligrams cholesterol, 5 grams carbohydrates, 6 grams protein, 123 milligrams sodium, less than 1 gram dietary fiber. (Montana Standard, MT)
Thanksgiving sides and a dessert Nov 18, 2009
223 calories (68 percent from fat), 17 grams fat (1 gram sat ... 342 calories (42 percent from fat ), 16 grams fat (7 grams sat ... 230 calories (66 percent from fat ), 17 grams fat (11 grams sat. (Montana Standard, MT)
No time? Lose weight anyway Nov 18, 2009
anything that makes you don your cleaning gloves and exert some pressure on your hands and elbows burns nearly four calories for every minute spent on cleaning. A washing session of 30 minutes and you've worked off nearly 120 calories ... This will not only give you a chance of walking hand in hand, but will also avoid the calories that a large bucket of butter popcorns holds in. (India Times, India)
Growing Skyscrapers: The Rise of Vertical Farms Nov 17, 2009
Because each of us requires a minimum of 1,500 calories a day, civilization will have to cultivate another Brazil s worth of land 2. 1 billion acres if farming continues to be practiced as it is today. (Scientific American)
Theres no harm in being as crazy as the next guy Nov 17, 2009
You order deep-fried chicken tenders with extra crispy coating without batting an eyelash, but when it comes to choosing the sauce you go with honey mustard because it means less calories and is better for you than the BBQ or blue cheese. So while you wolf down manufactured chicken cooked in grease, you feel good about yourself for choosing the healthy honey mustard dipping sauce. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Kenneth Knepper: Basketball jones turns into groans Nov 17, 2009
- Eating anything in one setting that contains more calories than an entire little league football team. - Practicing blocking drills with a fully suited member of said football team. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
From Haiti, with Rainn: Day 4 Nov 17, 2009
Well, worms, which infect anywhere from a third to two-thirds of all children in Haiti, take away valuable calories and nourishment to the child. They cause malnutrition and anemia and greatly reduce a child's energy and ability to learn, focus and grow. (USA Today -- Life)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 17, 2009
It says that some individual dishes can exceed 2,000 calories, more than the recommended daily intake for women ... "Since those chains make almost zero nutrition information available on menus, their customers don't have a clue that they might be getting a whole day's worth of calories in a single dish, or several days' worth in the whole meal," the centre says ... She said studies show that women who eat out more than five times a week eat an average of 300 more calories per day than women who... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Basic Meat Alternatives for Low Fat... Nov 17, 2009
Lower calories and feel great with vegetarian cooking by using these great meat alternatives ... A great and easy way to lower calories in everyday meals is to limit the amount of meat ... There are many meat alternatives that will provide great taste and a large amount of protein to the diet while still being low in calories. (Suite101.com)
Atkins Fares Best in Study Of Four Weight-Loss Regimens Nov 17, 2009
All the participants reported eating about 2,000 calories a day when the study began. All also reported having cut their intake -- some by as much as 500 calories per day at two to six months -- but then gradually adding back many of those calories. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Ring up gains Nov 17, 2009
Training with kettlebells burns 60 percent more calories than traditional weight lifting, according to research by Michele Olson, professor of exercise science at the Human Performance Lab at Auburn University. Because many exercises can be done with either the kettlebells or free weights, she created a workout video in which exercisers can use either piece of equipment. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Say no to more sugar Nov 17, 2009
An 8-ounce serving has the equivalent of three teaspoons of added sugar, or about 45 calories. (That's half a banana for those of you on a restricted calorie diet; five minutes on the elliptical for you gym rats. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Discover the great taste of whole grains Nov 17, 2009
This site last updated on, Monday, November 16, 2009. Publication Date: Monday, November 16, 2009. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Lautner's hairy nightmare Nov 17, 2009
" The Hollywood star has also revealed it was extremely tough trying to gain weight for the role and he had to resort to eating every two hours to pile on the pounds. To bulk up, he carried around a little bag of high-energy foods to make sure he was scoffing enough calories a day. Taylor said: "I was trying to put on weight. I knew if I was in the gym too much I'd lose weight. (iAfrica.com)
A postcard-perfect Austrian ski trip Nov 16, 2009
We'll work off the calories tomorrow on the mountain, we promise each other. The next day at , the Alps look like they are covered in marshmallow fluff with Oreo crumbles underneath. (CNN -- Travel)
Go From Out-of-Work to Full-of-Perk... Nov 16, 2009
A few extra calories could lead to a new job or even a new career. Also, contact former colleges and make use of the college s job placement assistance program, or speak to someone in alumni affairs who can make contact with alumni who are hiring. (Suite101.com)
Quick & Easy Ambrosia Salad Recipe Nov 16, 2009
Substitute whipped topping, pudding or sour cream instead of yogurt if you aren't a fan of counting calories. Top with crushed pistachios, trail mix, sunflower seeds or raisins. (Suite101.com)
World Food Summit Opens as Global Aid Groups Say It May Be `Waste of Time' Nov 16, 2009
Prices for wheat, which supplies about 20 percent of food calories consumed in the world, more than doubled between the start of 2007 and a peak in March 2008. Soaring energy prices boosted costs of fertilizer and transport while also lifting demand for grain-based alternative fuels like ethanol. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Malaysians still cling to their roti canai and teh tarik Nov 16, 2009
He said Malaysias favourite drink the teh tarik contains about six teaspoons of sugar and a piece of roti canai contains about 350 calories with sugar equivalent to a plate of rice. The human body doesnt need extra sugar. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
S.F. GIANTS / Perseverance at Camp Panda Fan favorite Sandoval goes extra... Nov 16, 2009
Sandoval is eating 2,200 to 2,500 calories a day, enough to lose weight while maintaining the muscle mass necessary to power baseballs out of AT.. In many ways, the eating half of this exercise is more critical and more difficult for Sandoval, who, for the first time in his life, is forced to consider portion control and the right foods to eat. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Twice bittenThe making of “The Twilight Saga: New Moon” has been defined by... Nov 16, 2009
He enlisted a personal trainer, hit the gym and downed thousands of extra calories a day to morph into the Jacob they needed. And he succeeded, showing up on set with one of the most well-documented six-packs ever plus 30 more pounds of muscle. (New York Post -- News)
Low-cal, low fat diet better for your mood Nov 16, 2009
A low-calorie, low-fat diet does more good to a dieters' mood than a low-carbohydrate plan with the same number of calories, says a new study. Obese individuals who lose weight tend to have an improved psychological state, including a better mood, according to the study report. (India Times, India)
Wholesome cooking at home Nov 16, 2009
Avocados have only 50 calories and less than 3 grams of carbohydrates per three-slice serving (or 1 ounce) ... Per serving: 355 calories, 22 grams protein, 16 grams fat, 36 grams carbohydrate. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
The secret life of caterpillar investing Nov 16, 2009
Try substituting ''investor'' for ''small bird''; ''successful stockmarket purchase'' for a caterpillar; ''poor investment'' for wasting time on a twig; and ''maximising returns'' in place of maximising calories. A successful investment strategy inevitably leaves plenty of tasty opportunities untouched. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
