]> http://www.foodpeer.com/taxonomy/term/79/0 en http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/fast-food-guidelines Fast Food No Nos<br /> by Della Franklin Ok, let's face it; we all eat fast food at one time or another during the month. Some more than others, but most everyone eats fast food at least once a month. If you don't eat fast food it has to be a full blown boycott on it, because the fast food companies make it so convenient to eat. It seems like everywhere we go fast food chains are offering fresh, hot, tasty food for the price of a few dollars, or less. It is not easy to stay slim eating fast food unless you have a movie star metabolism, however it is possible to limit the damage the food does to you by making smart selections when you choose to indulge your hunger with fast food. Tue, 29 Aug 2006 19:19:53 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/energy-snacks Power Snacks<br /> by Vanessa Pruitt Do you start to drag in the middle of the day, or need a snack to get you through the evening? Try these power snacks for a quick pick me up, that's good for you, too. Wed, 07 Jun 2006 21:40:04 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/healthy-breakfast A Healthy Breakfast: Not An Impossible Mission<br /> by Elizabeth McDonnell It's a trite but true refrain that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. For most of us, it's been about 12 hours since our last meal and our bodies need a good refueling. Yet, statistics show that as many at 50% of us don't eat breakfast. Tue, 06 Jun 2006 08:13:57 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/superfoods Micronutrients, Antioxidants, and Superfoods<br /> by Aaron Wilmont There are a number of different "superfoods" which provide essential vitamins, antioxidants, energy enhancers, macro minerals, lipotropic factors, and other key nutrients which have been known to help minimize free radical formation that speeds up the aging process and supports optimal heart, brain and immune functioning. Thu, 25 May 2006 19:15:03 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/fast-food-nutrition Tricks To Eat Fast Food<br /> by Riana Lance Nowadays, the easiest and the cheapest way to dine-in is at the fast food restaurants. Such restaurants are available everywhere. It's the handiest restaurant accessible in the neighborhood. Mon, 22 May 2006 18:26:47 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/healthy-eating-at-a-restaurant How to Eat Healthy When Eating Out at Your Favorite Restaurant<br /> by Allison Flowers This article was written to answer a frequently asked question, "how to eat healthy at a restaurant". When you are eating out, you probably watch your calories very closely. So to assist you with your calorie counting when dining out, these tips will help you make the most of it. I hope you find this information about how to eat healthy at a restaurant helpful ... Fri, 12 May 2006 23:06:31 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/healthy-diet A Healthful Diet for Good Living<br /> by Dr Deryck D. Pattron, Ph.D <strong>Introduction</strong><br /> Targeting a healthier diet is probably the goal of all health conscious individuals. A goal which is achievable and attainable to all those who have the will and motivation. A major stumbling block in achieving a healthy diet is to know what foods are good for you and also what foods are not so good for you and trying to avoid the unhealthy foods. But information about good and not so good foods is often confusing to the general public that it makes the selection of foods difficult and often a challenging task. This treatise will provide easy to grasp information on the six essential nutrients. Tue, 09 May 2006 17:14:16 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/fish-oil Fish Oil - Its Health Benefits and Risks<br /> by Angel Estrella As the name implies, fish oil is oil that is removed from the tissues of oily fish and is often recommended as part of a healthy diet program. Many nutritionists recommend that individuals each fish at least once a week, but emphasis must be placed on the importance of avoiding fish that contain certain harmful contaminants. In avoiding predatory fish, such as sharks and others, individuals will prevent the consumption of unhealthy substances which can accumulate due to the fish's predatory lifestyle. Tue, 02 May 2006 14:03:00 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/whats-wrong-with-drinking-sodas-colas The Dangers Of Sodas And Diet Drinks<br /> by Dianne Ronnow Sodas and colas are incredibly popular across the world. These beverages account for more than a quarter of all drinks consumed in the United States. More than 15 billion gallons were sold in 2000. That works out to at least one 12-ounce can per day for every man, woman and child. Sun, 09 Apr 2006 17:35:01 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article-sections/nutrition/nutrition-for-dieters The Top Ten Nourishing Foods For Dieters<br /> by Patricia Zelkovsky When you are on a calorie restricted diet, it is more important then ever to choose foods that are as jam packed with as many nutritional elements as possible. This is particularly true if you are taking Hoodia. Fri, 07 Apr 2006 13:55:35 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/nutrition/caffeine_addiction_a_problem_to_be_solved_as_early_as_possible by Kevin Pederson We all have this pre-conceived notion that only coffee contains caffeine but that is not the case. Beverages like cokes and chocolate products contain caffeine. A hot cup of coffee with the morning sunshine sounds so tempting and revitalizing. Thu, 23 Mar 2006 18:58:18 -0500 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/nutrition/spirulina_natures_greatest_all_round_food by sacha tarkovsky Spirulina has been around for over 3.5 billion years and is one of nature's oldest and most nourishing foods. It has been referred to as the most complete supplement of all and provides a massive amount of nutrients and health benefits. Mon, 13 Feb 2006 19:29:03 -0500 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/nutrition/know_thy_food_label by Nicky Pilkington Whether you're concerned about cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or simply losing weight, you want to eat a healthy diet and focus on foods that are high in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients, and balanced in fats, carbs, proteins. Tue, 17 Jan 2006 01:40:06 -0500 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/nutrition/raw_food_diet_healthy_or_not by Deborah Wilson Raw foodism is a way of eating that has grown in popularity in recent years. Celebrities such as Woody Harrelson, Carol Alt, and Alicia Silverstone have gone raw. So what's the story? Raw foodists believe that cooking anything over 120 degrees destroys essential food enzymes needed for proper digestion. Sat, 16 Jul 2005 03:21:57 -0400 http://www.foodpeer.com/article_sections/nutrition/nutrition_and_dietary_basics_the_food_pyramid by Weight-Control-Services.com In a nutshell, the USDA Food Guide Pyramid presents a general outline of which foods to eat daily. And it is based on the Dietary Guidelines presented by the USDA and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Fri, 15 Jul 2005 07:59:28 -0400