Sugar Editorial Picks
Oct 20, 2009 -
Take advantage of Fall's harvest and pick up some fresh apples for this healthy and delicious snack. The apples will not only satisfy your sweet tooth and your need to crunch, but they're also a great source of fiber. I used Pink Lady apples for this recipe, but you can use any variety you like.
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Oct 02, 2009 -
The old adage "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" seems to be true. This common fruit is a powerhouse when it comes to nutrition. Here are five facts to ensure this fruit becomes the apple of your eye.
- 18 Comments
Sep 16, 2009 -
Early Fall is a wonderful and tasty time. Summer produce is still abundant and Fall's early harvest is available too. One of my favorite veggies, celery spans the two seasons beautifully.
- 1 Comment
Aug 18, 2009 -
You may have heard that eating apples can help you cut back on calories. According to one study, participants who chomped on this crispy fruit 15 minutes before a meal consumed almost 200 fewer calories than those who didn't.
Since I often go straight home for dinner after my post-work gym session, I've started eating an apple as my post-workout snack.
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Oct 01, 2008 -
We practically cut our milk teeth on the old adage, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." But have you ever wondered if there is any validity to it? Well no fruit can cure all your ills, but the apple seems to be a great piece of produce for preventive medicine.
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May 22, 2008 -
In general, I say it is better to eat fruit than to drink juice. Recent research, though, has found that some juices are better than actual fruit for preventing clogged arteries, which lead to heart disease. Well, at least this is true for hamsters.
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Jan 28, 2008 -
You're asking and I'm answering
Hey Fit,
I like apples as much as the next person, but every time I eat one I get really, really hungry. I know they are good for me and that "an apple a day will keep the doctor away." But why, oh why, do they make me so hungry.
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Oct 29, 2007 -
With so much talk about organic foods, we all know that they are healthier for us and better for the planet, but our budget doesn't always agree. Organic foods can be absurdly expensive, so which foods are most important to get organic?
Pediatrician, Dr.
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Sep 24, 2007 -
The old adage "An apple a day keeps the doctor away" seems to be true. This common fruit is a power house when it comes to nutrition. Here are five facts to ensure this fruit becomes the apple of your eye.
- 32 Comments
Aug 23, 2007 -
How well do you know your snacks? We often choose our snacks for different reason - calories, protein, fiber. So what snack is best for your needs?
- 16 Comments