Weight Management

That's How Much Cereal?

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Registered Dietitian Jill Weisenberger shows you how to pour the perfect portion of cereal.

American Diabetes Association and European Association for the Study of Diabetes Issue Joint Position Statement on Hyperglycemia Treatment

Author: 
Colleen Fogarty, American Diabetes Association
04/19/2012

After several years of planning, discussion and review, new guidelines for managing elevated blood glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, developed jointly by the American Diabetes Association and the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), are being published concurrently in the Association's journal, April 19 online edition of Diabetes Care and in Read more

New Food Choices Free of Trans Fats Better Align U.S. Diets With Health Recommendations

Author: 
Ilya Rahkovsky, Steve Martinez, and Fred Kuchler
04/19/2012

The trans fats content of new food products shows a marked decline from 2005 to 2010, along with an increase in the use of “no trans fats” claims on product packages, according to a report by the Economic Research Service (ERS) of the US Department of Agriculture. Read more

Croutons Deliver a “Devilish” Twist on Spring Chicken

Author: 
Wheat Foods Council
04/10/2012

We all love chicken – in fact, Americans buy more chicken than any other food for the center of the plate.  So if you’re looking to add a new twist to a tried and true favorite, look no further than our “Deviled Chicken Breasts with Mushroom and Bacon Dressing.”Read more

ConAgra to FDA: There is ‘ample evidence’ to support qualified health claim on whole grains and type II diabetes

Author: 
Elaine Watson, Food Navigator-USA.com
04/05/2012

ConAgra Foods says there is “ample scientific evidence” to support a qualified health claim about whole grain consumption and a reduced risk of type II diabetes.Read more

CDC report finds U.S. population has good levels of some essential vitamins and nutrients

Author: 
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
04/02/2012

Overall, the U.S. population has good levels of vitamins A and D and folate in the body, but some groups still need to increase their levels of vitamin D and iron, according to the Second National Report on Biochemical Indicators of Diet and Nutrition, released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The report offers a limited but generally favorable review of the nation’s nutrition status although the findings do not necessarily indicate that people consume healthy and balanced diets.Read more

Get Your Plate in Shape

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Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and low-fat dairy products have all the nutrients we need for healthful lifestyles. Get your plate in shape by ensuring your meals include foods from all of these food groups. Learn more about building a healthy plate at www.eatright.org

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