Today's Tips:

What's your nutrition IQ?

Nutrition information comes from all types of sources. A lot of the information is true, some isn’t.
How does your nutrition knowledge measure up?
Choose whether the following statements are true or false:

· If I eliminate all visible fat from meat and discard the skin from poultry, I’ll get rid of most of the cholesterol

· Meat labeled 85 percent lean is a healthy choice·

.Ounce for ounce, green peppers have as much vitamin C as oranges

· Tomatoes and carrots provide more nutritional value eaten raw

If you answered false on all four, consider yourself nutritionally well-informed. If you missed one or more, don’t worry! A dietetics professional can help give you the straight facts on nutrition and develop a personalized eating plan that is right for your and your family.


Fight Back with Phytonutrients

December 9, 2004
Phytonutrients are bioactive compounds in food that promote your health by helping to slow the aging process or reducing the risk for many diseases. Phytonutrients may protect against some cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and other chronic health conditions. In addition, they might work to enhance immunity, detoxify carcinogens and serve as antioxidants.
Research shows that most fruits and vegetables contain phytonutrients. Plants produce these substances naturally to protect themselves against viruses, bacteria and fungi. They also provide color, aroma and flavor to food.
Some have a remarkable variety; one orange contains over 170 different phytonutrients! These substances work together with other nutrients and fiber for good health.

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