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So many nutrition myths.   Amazing how people can be so concerned about their health and nutrition and then get fooled by some nutrition myth.   In my last blog we looked at nutrition myths about eggs and gluten free diets.   This week let’s look at myths about snacking and the idea that all calories are equal.   As noted last week, Snapchat posted some nutrition myths from the article on Self , 15 So-Called “Healthy” Eating Habits That Are Anything But . 1.          Nutrition Myth:   Snacking How many times have you heard, “snacking is bad for you”, “don’t snack between meals”.    Why?   Because some people think snacking is bad for your health.   In fact, snacking can not only be a good, healthy idea for all of us but snacking is especially important for kids who need snacks between meals.   Snacks can be a healthy addition to your day.   Just choose snacks from the food groups.   As Julia...

So much misinformation is out there about nutrition.   At a recent book signing, I was in line to get some of the delicious treats that were being served.   The lady in front of me told her friend that she was trying to lose weight.   “I am cutting out the carbs, but you can’t cut out all your carbs,” she stated as she looked at all the table laden with delicious cookies and cakes.   Cutting back on carbs to lose weight is a common nutrition myth.   Yes, cut back on those added sugars and refined carbs like white bread, but keep the whole grains, fruits, and vegetables in your day.   My daughter shared with me some common nutrition myths that were posted on Snapchat.   Let’s look at 2 of those nutrition myths this week and more next week.    1.    Nutrition Myth:   Ordering only egg-white omelets In a nutrition course I teach, a mother indicated she served her children only egg whites and never the egg yolk.   When I ask...

Is there a difference between brown eggs and white eggs?   Are brown eggs healthier?   Many people think so.   Why do brown eggs often cost more than white eggs?   Recently we enjoyed a breakfast buffet at a Bed and Breakfast in Connecticut.   The buffet included a bowl of brown hard-boiled eggs.   Hotels often serve hard boiled eggs as part of their free breakfast buffet.   But usually white hard-boiled eggs.   This led to a discussion as to whether or not brown eggs are healthier and/or have a different taste.   What is the difference between brown eggs and white eggs? Answer:   COLOR Yes, the only difference is the color of the eggs.   Eat This, Not That has a recent article, discussing the difference between brown eggs and white eggs.   Why are brown eggs brown?   Because of the type of chicken the eggs come from.   Brown eggs are from red-feathered chickens with red ear lobes.   White eggs come from white-f...

Watching your carbs?   Who hasn’t heard people who say, “I am watching my carbs.”?   Well, you should “watch your carbs” to make sure you are getting whole grains in your diet every day.   Most Americans are getting enough grains in their diet, but not enough whole grains. The Whole Grains Council lists many benefits of eating whole grains. Reduce your risk for many diseases.   Eating whole grains can reduce your risk of: o    Stroke by 30-36% o    Type 2 diabetes by 21-30% o    Heart disease by 25-28%                 And, contrary to public opinion, whole grains can make maintaining your weight easier. The American Heart Association in articles in Circulation , noted replacing refined grains like white bread with whole grains like whole wheat bread and whole grain cereals lowered one’s risk of heart disease ( Replace refined grains with whole grains ).  ...

Now that the leaves are turning and summer crops are gone, purchase some healthy fall produce.    Some farmers’ markets are still open and if not, head to your local supermarket.   Here are some healthy choices for fall produce: (Adapted from:   9 Fall Produce Picks to Add to Your Plate ) Pumpkins – not just for carving but for eating.    Pumpkins are loaded with vitamin A, full of fiber, basically fat free, offers lots of potassium.   Make some pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins.   Pumpkin pie does have some added sugar but also offers a lot of healthy nutrients. Sweet Potatoes – so many people avoid potatoes because they think they are fattening.   It is the add-ons like sour cream, that add the calories.   Sweet potatoes are low in fat but loaded with nutrients including vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.    When eating out, choose the baked sweet potato over the baked white potato for a nutrition boost.   Enjoy so...