Have you heard the phrase, “Eat a Rainbow”? Think about red, green, yellow, orange, blue, purple, and even white. These natural colors present in fruits and vegetables supply us with powerful antioxidants and nutrients that help build immunity and reduce risk of many chronic diseases. With summer approaching, it’s the perfect time to add color […]
Chances are you or someone you know has high blood pressure. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, usually has no symptoms and affects 1 in 3 American adults. This occurs when your blood presses too hard against the walls of your blood vessels. High blood pressure by itself rarely produces symptoms, but over time, […]
The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently introduced the plate-shaped icon, replacing the pyramid. Which is better? The answer is they are both great simplistic guides from the government to help you make healthy food choices. But, it is important to note that a visual graphic is just a start. Consumers who are interested in eating […]
Have you noticed that the Corn Marketer’s Association is working to revamp the image of corn syrup by changing the name of the product? What does this change mean for consumers? To answer these questions, we approached WakeMed Cary Hospital dietitian Ilsy Chappell. Here is her answer: High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) (aka Corn Sugar) […]
Advocates for Health in Action is working with area farmers markets to help them determine what customers are looking for in their market – is price, convenience or organic produce most important to you? Take a few minutes to fill out this SURVEY, so Wake County farmers markets can better serve you. Oh, and if […]
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