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Must do: Reading food labels

Look for 100% whole grain first in the ingredient list. Choose 100% whole grain stone ground when possible. No machinery has yet been developed that grinds grains into flours, cereals,…

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January 4, 2022
Read more about the article Making calories count
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Making calories count

Empty calories versus nutrient-dense calories – what does that mean anyway?  Think of it as 1 cup of a sugared soft drink versus 1 cup of low-fat milk. Both have…

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December 28, 2021
Read more about the article The global staples: rice and pasta
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The global staples: rice and pasta

Since rice feeds half the population of the world — all of Asia — special mention must be made of this important staple. Brown rice is more nutritious than polished…

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December 21, 2021