by Brenda Watson | Sep 12, 2014 | Children, Diet, Mental Health
Sugar-sweetened beverages, most notably soft drinks and sweetened juices, are a regular part of the diets of many adolescents. Sugar-sweetened beverages make up 48 percent of added sugars in the diet, most coming from soft drinks. Adolescents enjoy more freedom than...
by Brenda Watson | Oct 8, 2012 | General
High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has received a lot of attention over the past couple years in large part because of its ubiquitous presence in the food supply, particularly soda. HFCS is basically a less expensive alternative to sugar, which is why it is found in so...
by Brenda Watson | Mar 26, 2012 | General
Now that spring is here, it’s time for some deep cleaning—of your cupboard, that is. Take an inventory of what’s in your refrigerator and pantry. Here are a few pointers on what to keep and what to toss: If it’s a fresh or frozen fruit or vegetables, keep it. If it...
by Brenda Watson | Aug 1, 2011 | General
Renew You Challenge It’s Monday again and let’s start this week off right! Weekly challenge (I mean, opportunity!) to help set you off on the right foot and in the right direction for bringing health to your week. You could even add it to your calendar. Join us!...
by Brenda Watson | May 6, 2011 | General
The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement this week on triglycerides and cardiovascular disease. In the statement, certain lifestyle factors—diet and exercise—were considered with regard to their effects on lowering triglycerides. Almost...
