We know that physical activity helps prevent disease, but nutrition also plays a big part in overall healthy living as well! Small, everyday changes, like swapping out bad fats for good fats, can have a big impact on improving health. It is estimated by the American Heart Association that if Americans ate a diet including […]

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) requires all packaged foods to have a food label displaying nutritional information.  Understanding how to read a Nutrition Facts Label allows you to compare different foods and make choices that are right for you and your family. Four simple steps to follow are: […]

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has currently approved 8 artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes. The number of foods and drinks with artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes has skyrocketed.   Artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes are being added to jelly, yogurt, fruit cups, cookies, soda, and juice.  Parents often believe that eating and drinking products […]