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- September 19, 2011
Tips About Macronutrients
By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are found in fruits, sugars (candy, pop, sports drink etc.), and milk and yogurt are simple sugars, while carbohydrates found in grains/starches such as pasta, rice, potatoes, breads, cereals are complex long chains of sugars. How do I know if I am eating the correct…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Nutrition From Your Garden
By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Have you ever wondered what nutrients are in your garden, local farmers market, and produce section? Read on for more information about some of the benefits in veggies and fruit grown locally. Proper nutrition can help… Enhance your energy & stamina Manage a healthy weight Improve your…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Good News for Chocolate Lovers??!!??
By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. You may have heard that chocolate is good for you, but you have probably also heard that it is a food you should cut back on. Read on to find out more about the truth behind one of our favourite treats! Chocolate benefits: Cocoa powder and chocolate…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Making Sense of Carbs and Proteins
By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. With an overwhelming load of nutrition information in books, on the internet, and through media, it is hard to know what is reliable information. Recently the debate between carbohydrate and protein balance has bombarded discussions on nutrition. You may be wondering “Do eating carbohydrates make you gain…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Guide to Sport Supplements
Click here for a guide/chart about Sports Supplements (Edmund Burke, PhD)READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Adverse Reactions to Natural Health Products
Over 50% of Canadians now use natural health products in the form of traditional herbal products, vitamin and mineral supplements, traditional Chinese, Ayurvedic and other medicines and homeopathic preparations (www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hpb /onhp). There seems to be “an overall misconception that these agents are ‘naturally’ safe because they come from ‘natural’ plants.” The use of herbal products,…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Food or Pharmacy? An Introduction to Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals
As our knowledge of nutrition and food science has expanded, so too has interest in the role of foods in disease prevention and treatment. There is growing recognition that foods, or components of foods, can offer benefits that extend well beyond meeting basic metabolic requirements, offering the opportunity to maximize health, and reduce the risk…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Could Chocolate, Green Tea and Red Wine Actually Be Good for Us?
Recent reports in the media suggesting that foods and beverages such as chocolate, red wine and, more recently, green tea are health-promoting have led to confusion amongst both consumers and health professionals. To many people, the notion that these indulgence foods might be healthful seems far-fetched, or at least over-stated. However, scientific studies have documented…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
10 Ways to Sneak Exercise Into Your Day
It’s easy – anyone can keep ‘Fit by Bit’! Guest article by Michelle Cederberg, MKin, PFLCA Exercise doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing proposition to deliver good results. With just a minute here and five minutes there, you can end the week with calorie burning that makes a difference. The key to ‘sneak exercise‘ is…READ MORE - September 19, 2011
Sports Nutrition – Meal Examples
Sports Nutrition Update For Coaches By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Can you give me an example of a nutrition plan for full day sport competition? Immediate Pre-Event Meal Goals: Feel comfortable (not too hungry or to full). Choose familiar and tested foods. Consume a carbohydrate rich meal 2-3 hours before competing. The…READ MORE Next page
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