The Phytonutrient Dietitian
Life long health begins now – it’s never too late to create healthier habits!
March is National Nutrition Month, a time to kick start your goals for getting fit, feeling great, and looking good. And this year the National
1) Be prepared to open your eyes and expand your mind –Food staples that you may have thought to be healthy may not be so
Drinking water is the best way to stay hydrated 6-10 cups a day varies with age, refer to SuperKids Nutrition water article Children get dehydrated
People who are allergic to one type of nut have a higher chance of being allergic to another type of nut. So, if your child
All mushrooms have fantastic nutrients that your body needs for everyday function! Whether it’s cremini, portabella, morel, or shitake that tickles your fancy, it makes
In the past, I’ve always taught my audiences that saturated fats (such as those found in meat fat, butter, lard, and coconut oil) increased one’s
Seasonal foods are simply sensational. Filled with fresh-from-the-farm flavor and color, these deliciously nutritious foods easily appeal to the home cook, grocery shopper, and entire family
Colors in fruits and vegetables are produced by plant chemicals called phytochemicals –or as the Super Crew calls them fight-o-chemicals. Each color of the rainbow
Do your children hate eating fruits and vegetables? Whether a child eats fruits and vegetable or not, doesn’t just depend on his/her preference only –
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