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Maximising satisfaction (and not mindless eating) means choosing the food you really want to eat. Not just whatever's there 😊
7yr
Day 11/30: Eat One Bite At A Time Level V
Day 11/30: Eat One Bite At A Time Level V
  • annefood So true!
  • garv Indeed! Ironically even at most homes junk/ processed foods are generally stored in more accessible spots.
  • LesleyBL WOW you've made it to a 30 day challenge?? Keep it up! I'm super impressed. I'm not there yet.
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Do wheat tortillas contain extra sugar?
7yr
  • DietID_TeamDietitians Great question. Many wheat tortillas do have added sugar, e.g. Mission brand tortillas and Mayan tortillas. However there are some great brands that I love that don't have added sugar like the...
  • annefood Good question @saidaj . Yes, many store-bought tortillas do contain added sugar (Mission, for example). The best bet is a small, local brand that uses only a few ingredients. Unfortunately that...
  • saidaj Well, I live in Mexico and the tortillas that my mom buys are handmade and not store bought. Thus, there is no label.
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ELECTION 2016: VOTE! FOR FOOD
7yr blog.thefoodstand.com
We vote with our forks all year long, but come Tuesday, November 8th—be sure to vote with your ba...
We vote with our forks all year long, but come Tuesday, November 8th—be sure to vote with your ballot too (if you're in the U.S.)! This election could have a huge impact on all of us—from health to...
  • Becca Tbh, I wish people wouldnt make EVERYTHING about politics. America is screwed by either of the main candidates. We don't need to tax everything we don't like. We don't need DC to babysit our life...
  • annefood It does seem like everything is about politics these days, doesn't it?! And you're right—healthiness is about healthy habits and good choices, which is why we created Foodstand! But unfortunately...
  • DietID_TeamDietitians I totally hear you @Becca - I'm a little politic'd out too. But the food we have access to (or don't) is driven by policies made by our government - both in our towns and in DC. As for the soda...
Everything you know about healthy food is a lie | Fox News
7yr nypost.com
"In September, the Journal of the American Medical Association’s Internal Medicine publication re...
"In September, the Journal of the American Medical Association’s Internal Medicine publication revealed that many of Americans’ most prevalent beliefs about nutrition might be bunk."
  • annefood Crazy about the trans fat and serving size!
Myths Stripped | Eating Carbs at Night Makes You Fat
7yr nutritionstripped.com
"Myths Stripped | Eating Carbs at Night Makes You Fat is a myth busting post about the science an...
"Myths Stripped | Eating Carbs at Night Makes You Fat is a myth busting post about the science and dogmas surrounding eating carbs at night and weight gain."
The Ultimate Nighttime Routine for Better Sleep
7yr nutritionstripped.com
"The Ultimate Nighttime Routine for Better Sleep is a guide to getting better sleep now including...
"The Ultimate Nighttime Routine for Better Sleep is a guide to getting better sleep now including essential oils, meditation, food, and stress management."
Study Hall: A good night's sleep may prevent overeating | Well+Good
7yr wellandgood.com
"Researchers found that sleep-deprived people consumed 549 more calories per day than those who g...
"Researchers found that sleep-deprived people consumed 549 more calories per day than those who got a full night’s rest, regardless of physical activity."
9 Ways To Get More Energy That Have Nothing To Do With Sleep
7yr thechalkboardmag.com
"Tired of being tired? We feel ya. Back away from burnout with nine not-so-secret solutions for m...
"Tired of being tired? We feel ya. Back away from burnout with nine not-so-secret solutions for more energy daily - plus essential tips for that extra-fatiguing time of the month..."
The New Thinking On Nighttime Eating
7yr furthermore.equinox.com
"Our nutrition experts believe you can benefit from a bedtime snack. Here's how."
"Our nutrition experts believe you can benefit from a bedtime snack. Here's how."
  • annefood There are a lot of conflicting opinions on eating before bed. Definitely if you are starving before you go to sleep, have a small snack that's easy to digest, and keep it small as the article says....
  • DietID_TeamDietitians Ya, I think if you are going to munch at night, opt for snacks that follow the basic rules for healthy eating-less processed, plant-centric. However speaking from experience, making the right...
Sugar and kids: How to stop it from sneaking into their diets - CNN.com
7yr cnn.com
"US dietary guidelines recommend that children consume less than 10% of daily calories from added...
"US dietary guidelines recommend that children consume less than 10% of daily calories from added sugars -- but how easy is it to hit that limit?"
  • annefood Great quote: "Sugar doesn't cause disease just because of its calories. Sugar causes disease because it's sugar," Lustig said.
    Also so important!! :
    "Sugar is not a 'toxin' that must be excluded...
  • DietID_TeamDietitians Yes!! It's about less instead if none!