healthy heart v-day
Walk into any retail establishment this time of year and you are bombarded with all kinds of chocolates, candy and other sweet treats to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Advertisements for indulgent Valentine’s Day dinners are everywhere. Ironic that the holiday depicted with beautiful pink & red hearts could be so damaging to your own heart. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Your Valentine’s Day celebrations can be good AND good for you with some simple substitutions. First up, for the kids – many schools have now banned passing out candy at school. It’s easy, though, to find all kinds of fun items, such as pencils, notepads or stickers, for your kids to hand out instead. If you are planning a Valentine’s Day party at...
calories on menu items
On my recent trip to New York City, I passed over some very delectable treats. Loving food as much as I do, you are probably wondering how this would happen. New York City Health Code Section 81.50 requires covered food service establishments that hold New York City Health Department permits to post calorie information prominently on menu boards and menus. Fast forward two months and a trip with the kids to Target. Sure enough, in their food court, the calories are posted on their menu items. The California menu labeling bill (SB 1420) applies to fast food and other chain restaurants having 20 or more outlets in California and took effect on 1/1/2011. All standard menu items must now have their calories disclosed directly on the menu next to the item. For...
introducing valley produce
For those of you whole haven’t ventured over to the old Bristol Farms, a new market has opened. Part Mediterranean, with a flash of Eastern European this market is sure to be the “where do I find THAT” market. I first starting shopping at the location on Vanowen in Reseda years ago. The place was always packed. Their second location opened in Simi Valley. The first thing you notice when you want in the front door is that nothing has changed from when Bristol Farms occupied the same space. The registers, counters, shelving, freezers, flooring, and signs are all the same. How turn-key it must have been for the VP people!! There are two things that set this market apart from any other market in the valley. First is the prices. Where can you find...
eat well and sensibly
The holidays are here and with them come the inevitable parties, family get-togethers and gifts that tempt you to forget about healthful eating and moderation. But there are ways you can enjoy the holidays without putting on extra pounds going into the new year! Here are some tips to keep in mind: Smaller/More Frequent Meals – Rather than eating three large meals, eat 5 or 6 small meals to help control your blood sugar and curb your appetite. Eat Before You Go – an hour or so before attending a holiday event eat a small, healthy meal. This will help fill you up before you hit the buffet table. Eat Slowly – It take awhile for your stomach to feel full after eating. Slow down and listen to the cues from your body. Choose Healthy Foods –...
not all fats created equal
These days, people are trying to be more health conscious in the foods they eat. For most people, that means controlling the amounts of fat in your diet. Believe it or not, fat is an essential nutrient and a very small amount is required in our diets (about 15 grams) every day to keep up normal body function. But not all fats are equal. Below is a breakdown of the good, the bad and the ugly. THE GOOD Unsaturated fats- These fats don’t raise blood cholesterol and may even lower cholesterol when eaten as part of a diet that’s low in saturated fat. There are two types of unsaturated fat: monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat. Polyunsaturated can be further divided into omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Generally,...
protect you & your food
With the beautiful June weather, we were lulled into thinking it was going to be a mild summer. But now August is here with a vengeance! Temperatures this week are expected to top 100 degrees. With this in mind, here are some tips for keeping cool in the heat & keeping your food safe to eat! 1. DRINK PLENTY OF WATER – though this seems pretty obvious, it is easier to become dehydrated than you might think. Carry water with you and drink often. Don’t wait until you are thirsty. It is generally recommended to drink at least 8 glasses of water per day normally. Increase this in hot weather especially if you are active. There are many ways to boost your water intake throughout the day including eating water rich foods such as watermelon and...
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