May 21, 2013 |
Ashley Bade, RD, LDN, CNSD |
Bites for Big Kids, Food for Tot, Honest Moms |
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Diets high in added sugars have long been associated with the obesity epidemic, but now new research has linked sugar-filled diets with overeating, poor memory function, learning disorders and depression. Several studies revealed that diets high in added sugar reduces the brain’s production of a chemical called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), without this chemical our brain cannot form new memories or learn efficiently and was found to be low in patients with depression, dementia ...
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May 17, 2013 |
Leslie Judge RD, CSO, LDN |
Bites for Big Kids, Food for Tot, Honest Moms |
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Gluten seems to be a popular topic of conversation these days. In some circles, gluten is thought to be a “dangerous” component of our food supply that certain celebrities and health “gurus” warn others to stay away from. What is gluten, you might be asking? It’s a protein found in wheat and other grains. It’s commonly found in foods like pasta, cereal, cookies and crackers but it’s also in less obvious places too like lunch meats, soy sauce, candy and even vitamins. Nationwide, se...
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May 10, 2013 |
Leslie Judge RD, CSO, LDN |
Recipes |
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Years ago, my husband found this recipe and they quickly became a favorite. We really love the unique flavors. So much so that I actually requested them for the Mother's Day dinner my husband and boys are planning. Yes, there are lots of ingredients and the prep time is longer than desirable, however they are worth the work. Waiting for the burgers to get cold prior to cooking is an important step so that they hold their shape. We often build our burgers with a slice of avocado and low-fat ...
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